The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Powers
★ 4.83
£63
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Powers |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £63.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.83/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still is better value at £63 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £63.15)
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£63.15 vs £84.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Powers?
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange