Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead)
Cooley
£140
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cooley | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 60.6% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £140 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead)
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).
Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140 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 £140)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cooley?
Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Cooley 13 Year Old - World Whiskies (WM Cadenhead)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old