The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd
White Peak Distillery
£125
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | White Peak Distillery |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 60.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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 £125.
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 £124.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 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 Wire?
Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Wire Works 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 128) English Single Malt - Berry Bros. & Rudd