Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
Arran
£115
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | The Antiquary |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.9% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £115 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
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 £115.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£115 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 £115)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury 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 Arran 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 11451) - Kingsbury
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old