The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency)
Ardmore
£140
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Ardmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £140 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency)
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 £140.
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 £140)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency) 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 Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros. & The Whisky Agency)