The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
Arran
£115
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Arran |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £115 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
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 £115.
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 £115)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£115 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 Arran?
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury 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 Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury