The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
£134
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
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 £134.
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 £133.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£133.99 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 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 The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5