The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Bruichladdich
£135
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £135.08 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
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 £135.08)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£135.08 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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 Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt