The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldTipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns
DistilleryThe AntiquaryTipperary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%47%
Age21 yr10 yr
Price£84.9£63.5
Rating5.00/54.50/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value71/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns is better value at £64 vs £85.

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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £63.5)

Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£63.5 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Tipperary?

Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns 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 Tipperary 10 Year Old Knockmealdowns

VanillaHoneyToasted

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