The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Crabbie 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Crabbie 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | John Crabbie & Co. |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £128.2 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Crabbie 18 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Crabbie 18 Year Old
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 £128.
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 £128.2)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Crabbie 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£128.2 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 Crabbie?
Crabbie 18 Year Old 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 Crabbie 18 Year Old