Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBunnahabhainThe Antiquary
RegionIslayOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV40.3%43%
Age29 yr21 yr
Price£89.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)

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 £90.

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

Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (29 vs 21 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £89.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Bunnahabhain 29 Year Old – Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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