The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac
Ragnaud Sabourin
£65
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Ragnaud Sabourin |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac is better value at £65 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 £64.95)
Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £84.9)
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 Ragnaud?
Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac 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 Ragnaud Sabourin Alliance No.4 VS Cognac