MacArthur's Select vs The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

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

MacArthur's SelectThe Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryMacArthur'sThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£14.95£19.94
Rating3.00/54.40/5

MacArthur's Select

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

MacArthur's Select

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (4.40 vs 3.00).

MacArthur's Select is better value at £15 vs £20.

For beginners: The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

MacArthur's Select

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£14.95 vs £19.94)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 4.4)

The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.4/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£19.94 vs £14.95)

Who should buy MacArthur's?

MacArthur's Select 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 Blended Scotch Whisky 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoney

Only MacArthur's Select

Toasted

Only The Antiquary Blended Scotch Whisky

Dried FruitCitric

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