Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Rowan's Creek
★ 4.17
£69
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rowan's Creek | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 50.1% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £68.9 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.17/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.17).
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl is better value at £69 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£68.9 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £68.9)
Who should buy Rowan's?
Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon 70cl
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old