The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Benrinnes
£139
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Benrinnes |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £139.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £139.
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 £139.12)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.12 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Benrinnes 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 11714) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)