Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryNorth BritishThe Antiquary
RegionLowlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV46%43%
Age13 yr21 yr
Price£89.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £90.

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

Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 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 £89.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Scorched?

Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 Scorched Sunset 13 Year Old 2010 - Wemyss Malts (North British)

CitricToastedNew Wood

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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