The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldPeated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%45.8%
Age21 yr18 yr
Price£84.9£84.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value59/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 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
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £84.95)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 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 Peated?

Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SherriedTobaccoNutty

Only Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyLeathery

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