The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Caol Ila 17 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
Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila
£84
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Caol Ila |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £84 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £83.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£83.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)