The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Benriach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £124.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.10/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.10).
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 £124.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.75 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017