The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Kentucky Dry - 1990s

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldKentucky Dry - 1990s
DistilleryThe AntiquaryKentucky Custom
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV43%43%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£100
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Kentucky Dry - 1990s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kentucky Dry - 1990s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £100)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Kentucky Dry - 1990s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£100 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 Kentucky?

Kentucky Dry - 1990s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Kentucky Dry - 1990s

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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