The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs New Riff Single Barrel Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | New Riff Single Barrel Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | New Riff |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 43% | 52.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £79.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
New Riff Single Barrel Rye
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
New Riff Single Barrel Rye
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
New Riff Single Barrel Rye is better value at £80 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.67)
New Riff Single Barrel Rye
Pros
- +More affordable (£79.67 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −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 New?
New Riff Single Barrel Rye 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 New Riff Single Barrel Rye