The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Benrinnes
£92
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Benrinnes |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £91.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £92.
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 £91.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£91.9 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Benrinnes 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 6138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)