Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Dalmore
£325
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 65% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £325.33 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition) is better value at £325 vs £344.
For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£325.33 vs £344.14)
- +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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £325.33)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition) 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 Dalmore 18 Year Old (2024 Edition)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts