963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| 963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazakura | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57% | 43% |
| Age | 8 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £77.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%) is better value at £78 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%)
Pros
- +More affordable (£77.5 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — 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 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £77.5)
Who should buy 963?
963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%) 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 963 8 Year Old Blended Malt (57%)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old