Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistillerySazeracThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV45%43%
Age18 yr21 yr
Price£135£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£135 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 £135)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Sazerac?

Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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

Both taste of

TobaccoNuttyOld Wood

Only Sazerac 18 Year Old (2021 Release)

Toasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SherriedDried Fruit

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