The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers)
Vintage Bottlers
£315
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Vintage Bottlers | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.8% | 65% |
| Age | 29 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £314.9 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers) is better value at £315 vs £344.
For beginners: The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers)
Pros
- +More affordable (£314.9 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £314.9)
Who should buy The?
The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 The Secret Series No.2 29 Year Old (Vintage Bottlers)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts