Amrut Peated Cask Strength vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Amrut Peated Cask StrengthThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryAmrutThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV62.8%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£79.75£84.9
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Amrut Peated Cask Strength

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner25/100
Value50/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Amrut Peated Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Amrut Peated Cask Strength is better value at £80 vs £85.

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

Amrut Peated Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£79.75 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Amrut?

Amrut Peated Cask Strength is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Amrut Peated Cask Strength

SmokeyOilyMedicinalToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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