Kavalan Single Malt Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Kavalan Single Malt WhiskyThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryKavalanThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryTaiwanScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£69.99£84.9
Rating3.84/55.00/5

Kavalan Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value55/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Kavalan Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.84).

Kavalan Single Malt Whisky is better value at £70 vs £85.

For beginners: Kavalan Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Kavalan Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£69.99 vs £84.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.8 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £69.99)

Who should buy Kavalan?

Kavalan Single Malt Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Kavalan Single Malt Whisky

VanillaHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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