The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations
Waterford Distillery
£92
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Waterford Distillery |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £91.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £92.
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 affordable (£84.9 vs £91.65)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£91.65 vs £84.9)
- −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 Waterford?
Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Waterford Micro Cuvée Good Vibrations