The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Kininvie
★ 5.00
£120
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Kininvie |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 42.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.
For beginners: Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £120)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £84.9)
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 Kininvie?
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)