Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007)
Ardbeg
£499
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 16 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £499 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007)
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 £499.
For beginners: Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £344.14)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2007)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts