Oban 14 Year Old vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Oban 14 Year Old | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Oban | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 14 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £73.9 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | 5.00/5 |
Oban 14 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Oban 14 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
Oban 14 Year Old is better value at £74 vs £85.
For beginners: Oban 14 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Oban 14 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£73.9 vs £84.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £73.9)
Who should buy Oban?
Oban 14 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Oban 14 Year Old
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old