The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Alabat
£84
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Alabat |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340 is better value at £84 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 £83.95)
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£83.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Alabat?
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340