BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Benriach
£97
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £96.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
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 £97.
For beginners: BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£96.95 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 £96.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) 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 BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old