New Riff Straight Bourbon vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| New Riff Straight Bourbon | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Straight Bourbon
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
New Riff Straight Bourbon
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
New Riff Straight Bourbon is better value at £67 vs £85.
For beginners: New Riff Straight Bourbon is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
New Riff Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £66.95)
Who should buy New?
New Riff Straight Bourbon 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.
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 New Riff Straight Bourbon
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old