The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardmore
£83
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Ardmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £83 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £82.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £84.9)
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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Ardmore 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)