Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenburgie
★ 5.00
£68
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.3% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £67.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £68 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£67.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £67.95)
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Glenburgie 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old