Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old vs The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Johnnie Walker
★ 4.03
£150
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
The Oxford Artisan Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
| Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old | The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | The Oxford Artisan Distillery |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 40% | 46.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £95 |
| Rating | 4.03/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Quick verdict
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.03).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £150.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old 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 Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Only Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Only The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1