Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryDrinks by the DramThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV49.1%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£134.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £135.

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

Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£134.95 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 £134.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bourbon?

Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

VanillaToastedMalt ExtractFresh FruitHoney

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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