Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBladnochThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46.7%43%
Age11 yr21 yr
Price£71.99£84.9
Rating4.25/55.00/5

Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value59/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £72 vs £85.

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

Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£71.99 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £71.99)

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Bladnoch 11 Year Old (2022 Release)

VanillaFresh FruitToastedHoneyMalt Extract

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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