Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryMackmyraThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.4%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£89.5£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £90.

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

Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.5 vs £84.9)
  • 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 affordable (£84.9 vs £89.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits) 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 Mackmyra 2013 (bottled 2022) - Wonders of the World (Swell de Spirits)

New WoodVanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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