New Riff Straight Rye vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| New Riff Straight Rye | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £63.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Straight Rye
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
New Riff Straight Rye
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
New Riff Straight Rye is better value at £64 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
New Riff Straight Rye
Pros
- +More affordable (£63.95 vs £84.9)
- +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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £63.95)
Who should buy New?
New Riff Straight Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 New Riff Straight Rye
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old