The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£110
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Alistair Walker |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £109.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £110.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £109.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.5 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)