Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBen NevisThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.5%43%
Age10 yr21 yr
Price£94.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks)

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 £95.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£94.95 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 £94.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Ben Nevis 10 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Spring 2023 (Decadent Drinks)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitHoney

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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