Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012 vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012
Joseph Perrier
£76
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012 | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Joseph Perrier | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £75.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012 is better value at £76 vs £85.
For beginners: Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£75.5 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £75.5)
Who should buy Joseph?
Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012 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 Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Vintage 2012
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old