The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Uncle Nearest
★ 4.24
£64
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Uncle Nearest |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Tennessee |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £63.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.24/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.24).
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey is better value at £64 vs £85.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £63.5)
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£63.5 vs £84.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Uncle?
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Tennessee character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey