The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Dumbarton
£90
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Dumbarton |
| Region | Other Scotch | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 46.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £90.
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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.9)
- −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 Dumbarton?
Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Dumbarton 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)