The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year OldAmrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
DistilleryThe AntiquaryAmrut
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%57.1%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£88.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value56/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £89.

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 £88.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£88.99 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 Amrut?

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

VanillaMalt ExtractHoney

Where to buy

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

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