The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bunnahabhain
£133
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £132.7 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £133.
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 £132.7)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£132.7 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 15582) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)