The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
MB Roland
★ 3.00
£72
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | MB Roland |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 58.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £72.37 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% is better value at £72 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.37)
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£72.37 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 MB?
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% 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
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%