The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bowmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £116.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025
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 £117.
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 £116.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.5 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bowmore 18 Year Old - Pre 2025
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange