Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Booker's
★ 4.70
£85
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Booker's | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 62.4% | 43% |
| Age | 7 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £84.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | 5.00/5 |
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.70).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£84.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 £84.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Booker's?
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E) 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 Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old