The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac
Michel Forgeron
£140
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Michel Forgeron |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £140 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac
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 £140.
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 £140)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£140 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 Michel?
Michel Forgeron Barrique 89 Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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