The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldThe Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThe AntiquaryThe Sassenach
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV43%46%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£81.95
Rating5.00/54.79/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value58/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.79).

The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £82 vs £85.

For beginners: The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £81.95)

The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£81.95 vs £84.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)

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 Sassenach Blended Scotch 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.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky

VanillaCitricHoneyToasted

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