Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Ben Nevis
£91
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 53% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £90.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
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 £91.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£90.95 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 £90.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 12 Year Old 2012 (2025 release) - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old