Miyagikyo Single Malt vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Miyagikyo Single MaltThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryMiyagikyoThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV45%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£72.95£84.9
Rating4.22/55.00/5

Miyagikyo Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value58/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Miyagikyo Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).

Miyagikyo Single Malt is better value at £73 vs £85.

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

Miyagikyo Single Malt

Pros

  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £84.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.2 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.95)

Who should buy Miyagikyo?

Miyagikyo Single Malt 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 Miyagikyo Single Malt

FragantFresh FruitHoney

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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