Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky
Benriach
£107
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £107 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky
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 £107.
For beginners: Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£107 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 £107)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky 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 Benriach 2013 Malting Season / Second Edition Speyside Whisky
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old