Dingle Samhain Single Malt vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dingle Samhain Single MaltThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryThe Dingle DistilleryThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50.5%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£85.74£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dingle Samhain Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value58/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dingle Samhain Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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).

Dingle Samhain Single Malt

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£85.74 vs £84.9)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £85.74)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dingle?

Dingle Samhain Single Malt 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 Dingle Samhain Single Malt

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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