The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
The London Distillery Company
★ 5.00
£67
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | The London Distillery Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 61.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £67.2 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Quick verdict
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition is better value at £67 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £67.2)
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£67.2 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
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 The?
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition 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 The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition