Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
The Nectar
£63
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Nectar | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.9% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £63.49 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is better value at £63 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Pros
- +More affordable (£63.49 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £63.49)
Who should buy Irish?
Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams 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 Irish Single Malt 12 Year Old 2002 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old