The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Swell de Spirits
£63
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Swell de Spirits |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 43% | 56.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £62.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) is better value at £63 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £62.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£62.5 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −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 Indiana?
Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) 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 Indiana Straight Rye 2017 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)