Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac
Martell
£565
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Martell | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £565 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £565.
For beginners: Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£565 vs £344.14)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £565)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Martell?
Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Martell Single Cru Borderies XXO Cognac
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts