The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlen Ord
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%51.9%
Age21 yr20 yr
Price£84.9£128.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner45/100
Value39/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £129.

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
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £128.95)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£128.95 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 Glen?

Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyMalt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

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