The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Allt-á-Bhainne
★ 5.00
£112
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £111.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £112.
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
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £111.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£111.95 vs £84.9)
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 Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)