The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldThe Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane
DistilleryThe AntiquaryThe Dublin Liberties
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
Age21 yr13 yr
Price£84.9£130.42
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner75/100
Value38/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £130.

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

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £130.42)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£130.42 vs £84.9)

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.

Who should buy The?

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

HoneyCooked FruitVanillaFresh Fruit

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