Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single BarrelThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryRebelThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV50%43%
Age10 yr21 yr
Price£72.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel is better value at £73 vs £85.

For beginners: Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£72.95 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)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.95)

Who should buy Rebel?

Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel 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 Rebel Yell 10 Year Old Single Barrel

VanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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