The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Lot 40 Dark Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Lot 40 Dark Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Lot 40 |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Lot 40 Dark Oak
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Lot 40 Dark Oak
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lot 40 Dark Oak is better value at £63 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 £62.95)
Lot 40 Dark Oak
Pros
- +More affordable (£62.95 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Lot?
Lot 40 Dark Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Lot 40 Dark Oak