Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy
Midleton
★ 4.67
£280
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £280 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy is better value at £280 vs £344.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£280 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £280)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts