Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation Velier vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation VelierThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryMhobaThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£120£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation Velier

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation Velier

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 £120.

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

Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation Velier

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 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 £120)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Mhoba?

Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation Velier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Mhoba 2017 / 4 Year Old / Habitation Velier

VanillaChocolateSmokeyToastedFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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