Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£267
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.9% |
| Age | 33 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £267 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £267.
For beginners: Tomintoul 33 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £267)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£267 vs £249.95)
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Only Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)