Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength
Lark Distillery
★ 4.00
£86
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lark Distillery | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £86.2 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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 £86.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£86.2 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 £86.2)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lark?
Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Lark Single Cask (cask 113) Cask Strength
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old