The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
North British
£128
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | North British |
| Region | Other Scotch | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 55% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £127.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £128.
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 £127.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£127.99 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 North?
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 262089) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)