Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1 vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1
Waterford Distillery
★ 5.00
£79
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1 | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Waterford Distillery | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £79.49 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1 is better value at £79 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.49 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.49)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Waterford?
Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Waterford Peated - Ballybannon 1.1
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old