The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Bunnahabhain
£90
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
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 £90.
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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)