The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£80
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Master of Malt |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 62.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Williamson?
Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Williamson 6 Year Old 2009 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)