The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 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
Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Copperworks
★ 5.00
£70
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Copperworks |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £70 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 3 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £69.95)
Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
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 Copperworks?
Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 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 Copperworks 3 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)