Inishowen vs The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

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

InishowenThe Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryCooleyThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£22.15£19.94
Rating4.67/54.40/5

Inishowen

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Inishowen

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inishowen is rated higher (4.67 vs 4.40).

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £20 vs £22.

For beginners: The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Inishowen

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£22.15 vs £19.94)

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£19.94 vs £22.15)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 vs 4.7)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Inishowen?

Inishowen suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy The?

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky 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.

Tasting notes

Only Inishowen

SmokeyFresh FruitToasted

Only The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

HoneyDried FruitVanillaMalt ExtractCitric

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