Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBelgrove DistilleryThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAustraliaScotland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV49.8%43%
Age4 yr21 yr
Price£139.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £140.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.95 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 £139.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Belgrove?

Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 Belgrove 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Rye Company)

SmokeyFresh FruitToastedOily

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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