The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bimber |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3 is better value at £70 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £69.95)
Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3
Pros
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3 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.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bimber Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks Batch No.3