The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenburgie
★ 5.00
£68
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Glenburgie |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £67.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £68 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £67.95)
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£67.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
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 Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)