The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 vs Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
The Oxford Artisan Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Aberfeldy
£158
| The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 | Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Oxford Artisan Distillery | Aberfeldy |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £95 | £158.23 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £158.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£95 vs £158.23)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£158.23 vs £95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 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 Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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.
Tasting notes
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Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
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