Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1 vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistillerySpringbankThe Antiquary
RegionCampbeltownOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeScotchBlended
ABV57.1%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£65£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1

Smoke68/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1 is better value at £65 vs £85.

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

Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£65 vs £84.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • 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 £65)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Longrow?

Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1 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 Longrow 100 Proof - Batch 1

SmokeyMedicinalCooked FruitFresh FruitSolvent

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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