The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Peerless |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 55.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £83.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon 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 £83.94)
Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon
Pros
- +More affordable (£83.94 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −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 Peerless?
Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon 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 Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Bourbon