Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£500
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £500 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £500.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £500)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Glenfarclas 21 Year Old - 1980s
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts