Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series
Bardstown Bourbon Co
★ 5.00
£67
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bardstown Bourbon Co | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £67.45 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series is better value at £67 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£67.45 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £67.45)
Who should buy Bardstown?
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old