Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.4% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat
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 £125.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 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 £125)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Balvenie 17 Year Old - The Week of Peat
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old