Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine
Isle of Raasay
£95
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Isle of Raasay | The Antiquary |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 60.5% | 43% |
| Age | 5 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £94.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £95.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.95 vs £84.9)
- −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 affordable (£84.9 vs £94.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Isle?
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Unpeated Bordeaux Red Wine
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old