Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L)
Medley Distilling Co.
£100
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Medley Distilling Co. | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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 £100.
For beginners: Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 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 £99.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Medley's?
Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L) 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 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 Medley's Kentucky Bourbon (1.5L)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old