Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve
Glenfarclas
£300
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49% | 65% |
| Age | 19 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve is better value at £300 vs £344.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve
Pros
- +More affordable (£299.95 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 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299.95)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve 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 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 Glenfarclas 19 Year Old 1986 (cask 2919) - The Family Reserve
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts