American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask
The Single Cask
★ 5.00
£65
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Single Cask | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 59.7% | 43% |
| Age | 5 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask is better value at £65 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.7%) — may need water
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £64.95)
Who should buy American?
American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask 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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only American Sour Mash 5 Year Old (cask P311) - The Single Cask
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old