The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar
Bruichladdich
£125
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar
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 £125.
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 £125)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bruichladdich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 282-1) - The Whisky Cellar