The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Aberlour 23 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
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour
★ 4.50
£95
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Aberlour |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £94.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £95.
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 £94.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 23 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange