Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature BlendThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryKirinThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV50%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£99.99£84.9
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value40/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £100.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.99 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £99.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Kirin?

Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh FruitToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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