The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Bunnahabhain
£107
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £107.07 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
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 £107.
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 £107.07)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£107.07 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old 2008 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)