Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island WhiskyThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryHighland ParkThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£72.75£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky is better value at £73 vs £85.

For beginners: Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£72.75 vs £84.9)

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 £72.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Stones?

Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky 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 Stones of Stenness 2014 / 9 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Island Whisky

SmokeyVanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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