The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bladnoch |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £71.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £71.99)
Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£71.99 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)