The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Aberlour |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £79.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010 is better value at £80 vs £85.
For beginners: Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010 is more approachable (90/100 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 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.99)
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£79.99 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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 10 Year Old - Pre 2010
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange