The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated
Benriach
£90
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Benriach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 60.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £89.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated
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 £89.9)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.9 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 Benriach?
Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Benriach 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 4833) - Peated