East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021 vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryEast London Liquor CompanyThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£73.5£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner75/100
Value68/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021 is better value at £74 vs £85.

For beginners: East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£73.5 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £73.5)

Who should buy East?

East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021 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 East London Liquor Company East London Single Malt 2021

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaNew WoodCitric

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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