The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Ballindalloch |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £83.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016 is better value at £84 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 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £83.5)
Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016
Pros
- +More affordable (£83.5 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Ballindalloch?
Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Ballindalloch Vintage Release 2016