Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryThe New Zealand Whisky CompanyThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryNew ZealandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV40%43%
Age15 yr21 yr
Price£75.46£84.9
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value40/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company) is better value at £75 vs £85.

For beginners: Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£75.46 vs £84.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 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)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £75.46)

Who should buy Dunedin?

Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Dunedin DoubleWood 15 Year Old (The New Zealand Whisky Company)

VanillaNew WoodFresh FruitHoneyToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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