Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Bimber
£120
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.7% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
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 £120.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.95 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 £119.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations 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 Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old