Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Teeling 15 Year Old Single GrainThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryTeelingThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV50%43%
Age15 yr21 yr
Price£92.9£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain

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 £93.

For beginners: Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£92.9 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 £92.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain 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 Teeling 15 Year Old Single Grain

VanillaHoneyCitricToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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