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 OldBruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
DistilleryThe AntiquaryBruichladdich
RegionOther ScotchIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%50%
Age21 yr15 yr
Price£84.9£135.08
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

Dried Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedTobaccoNutty

Only Bruichladdich 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 722) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryOily

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