The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldAmrut Madeira Cask Finish
DistilleryThe AntiquaryAmrut
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%50%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£123.8
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value40/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £124.

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
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £123.8)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£123.8 vs £84.9)

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 Amrut?

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

Cooked FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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