Bernheim Original vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bernheim OriginalThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBernheimThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeWheatBlended
ABV45%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£72.95£84.9
Rating4.20/55.00/5

Bernheim Original

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value58/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bernheim Original

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).

Bernheim Original is better value at £73 vs £85.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Bernheim Original

Pros

  • +More affordable (£72.95 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.95)

Who should buy Bernheim?

Bernheim Original suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Wheat 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 Bernheim Original

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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