The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£63
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast is better value at £63 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 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £62.95)
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£62.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast 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
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast