Kilchoman 13 Year Old vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Kilchoman 13 Year Old | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | The Antiquary |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £80.25 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kilchoman 13 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Kilchoman 13 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilchoman 13 Year Old is better value at £80 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£80.25 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £80.25)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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 Kilchoman 13 Year Old
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old