Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper
Mackmyra
£65
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackmyra | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.5% | 43% |
| Age | 8 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper is better value at £65 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper
Pros
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £64.95)
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old