The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Westport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year OldWestport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryWestport
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV43%55%
Age21 yr17 yr
Price£84.9£115
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Westport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Westport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £115.

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 £115)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Westport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£115 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 Westport?

Westport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks) 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

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Westport 17 Year Old 2006 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.83 (Decadent Drinks)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

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