Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Bruichladdich
£140
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | The Antiquary |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.4% | 43% |
| Age | 22 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £139.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
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 £140.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.5 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 £139.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger 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 Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old