Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69)
Annandale
£92
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | The Antiquary |
| Region | Lowland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.9% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £91.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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 £92.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£91.5 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £91.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Annandale?
Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69) 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 Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Year Old 2014 - Bourbon Cask (cask 69)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old