The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series
W.D. O'Connell
£139
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | W.D. O'Connell |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 59.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £139.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series
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 £139.
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 £139.21)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.21 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 W.D.?
W.D. O’Connell 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 100007985) - Sherry Series 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