Amrut Madeira Cask Finish vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Amrut Madeira Cask FinishThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryAmrutThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£123.8£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value40/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £124.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£123.8 vs £84.9)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £123.8)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Amrut?

Amrut Madeira Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Amrut Madeira Cask Finish

Cooked FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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