The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%)
Ardbeg
£140
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Ardbeg |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £139.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%)
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 £140.
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 £139.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.95 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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%) 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 Ardbeg 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) (47.7%)