Reference Series III vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Reference Series III
Reference Series
★ 3.00
£271
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Reference Series III | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Reference Series | Teaninich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £270.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Reference Series III
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Reference Series III
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Reference Series III is better value at £271 vs £344.
For beginners: Reference Series III is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Reference Series III
Pros
- +More affordable (£270.95 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £270.95)
Who should buy Reference?
Reference Series III 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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts 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
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