The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bowmore
£73
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bowmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £73 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)