East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryEast London Liquor CompanyThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV57.6%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£76.5£84.9
Rating5.00/5

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) is better value at £77 vs £85.

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

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£76.5 vs £84.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £76.5)

Who should buy East?

East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) 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 East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)

VanillaCitricNew WoodToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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