Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Liquid Sun
£86

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Liquid Sun | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 53.7% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £86.36 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £86.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£86.36 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £86.36)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Liquid?
Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Liquid Sun 11 Year Old 2003 Irish Single Malt
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old