Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 2.00
£250
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 65% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £250 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition is better value at £250 vs £344.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 £250)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare – Azuma Makoto Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Both taste of
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