Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£135

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Allt-á-Bhainne | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 43% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £134.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £135.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£134.95 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 £134.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1997 (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old