Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ardbeg
£120
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £120.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Ardcore / Ardbeg Day 2022 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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