The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Barr an Uisce |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old is better value at £75 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £74.95)
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£74.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −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 Barr?
Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Barr an Uisce 1803 16 Year Old