Longrow 18 Year Old vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Longrow 18 Year OldThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistillerySpringbankThe Antiquary
RegionCampbeltownOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%43%
Age18 yr21 yr
Price£115£84.9
Rating4.44/55.00/5

Longrow 18 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value39/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Longrow 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.44).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £115.

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

Longrow 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£115 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 £115)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Longrow?

Longrow 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Longrow 18 Year Old

SmokeyLeatheryOily

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedTobaccoNutty

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