The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big
Balcones
£87
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Balcones |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £86.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big
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 £87.
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 £86.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£86.95 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 Balcones?
Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Balcones 2016 / 4 Year Old / Simply Whisky Dream Big