The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£135
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £134.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £135.
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 £134.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£134.95 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 Blended?
Blended Malt #1 24 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Blended Malt #1 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)