The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£94
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bladnoch |
| Region | Other Scotch | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £94.32 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £94.
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 £94.32)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.32 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Bladnoch 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9956) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)