The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Star Hill Farm

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year OldStar Hill Farm
DistilleryThe AntiquaryMaker's Mark
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedWheat
ABV43%57.4%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£100
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Star Hill Farm

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value50/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Star Hill Farm

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £100.

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
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £100)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Star Hill Farm

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£100 vs £84.9)

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 Star?

Star Hill Farm 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

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Star Hill Farm

VanillaToastedHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

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