Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£120
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.5% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £120.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Orkney?
Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Orkney 20 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old