The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip)
Starward
£78
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Starward |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £77.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip) is better value at £78 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 £77.95)
Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip)
Pros
- +More affordable (£77.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −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 Starward?
Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip) 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 Starward Single Red Wine Single Barrel (Pour & Sip)