The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Miyagikyo Single Malt

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldMiyagikyo Single Malt
DistilleryThe AntiquaryMiyagikyo
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%45%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£72.95
Rating5.00/54.22/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Miyagikyo Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value58/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Miyagikyo Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).

Miyagikyo Single Malt is better value at £73 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.95)

Miyagikyo Single Malt

Pros

  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £84.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.2 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 Miyagikyo?

Miyagikyo Single Malt 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

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Miyagikyo Single Malt

FragantFresh FruitHoney

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