Lark Single Cask (cask 115) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Lark Single Cask (cask 115)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryLark DistilleryThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAustraliaScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£74.45£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Lark Single Cask (cask 115)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Lark Single Cask (cask 115)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lark Single Cask (cask 115) is better value at £74 vs £85.

For beginners: Lark Single Cask (cask 115) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Lark Single Cask (cask 115)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£74.45 vs £84.9)

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 £74.45)

Who should buy Lark?

Lark Single Cask (cask 115) 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 Lark Single Cask (cask 115)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitHoney

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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