The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Benriach
£114
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Benriach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £113.8 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
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 £114.
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 £113.8)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£113.8 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 Benriach?
Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Benriach 26 Year Old 1985 Peated Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish