Kinahan's 10 Year Old vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Kinahan's 10 Year OldThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryKinahan'sThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%43%
Age10 yr21 yr
Price£67.9£84.9
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Kinahan's 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner80/100
Value69/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Kinahan's 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Kinahan's 10 Year Old is better value at £68 vs £85.

For beginners: Kinahan's 10 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Kinahan's 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£67.9 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £67.9)

Who should buy Kinahan's?

Kinahan's 10 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 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 Kinahan's 10 Year Old

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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