The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldCotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
DistilleryThe AntiquaryCotswolds
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%60.9%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£64.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value77/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is better value at £65 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
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £64.95)

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£64.95 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (60.9%) — may need water

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 Cotswolds?

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 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

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

Fresh FruitVanillaToastedHoneyMalt Extract

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