The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength
Balmenach
£90
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Balmenach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength
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 £90.
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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength 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 Balmenach 11 Year Old 2013 - Cadenhead's Natural Strength