Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)
Loch Lomond
£80
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.2% | 43% |
| Age | 16 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £80 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchfad?
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange