The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Bruichladdich
★ 4.75
£125
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
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 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)