The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Macduff 18 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
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff
★ 5.00
£80
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Macduff |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £80 vs £85.
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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.95)
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Macduff?
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)