Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky
Chivas Regal
£275
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £275 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky is better value at £275 vs £344.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£275 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £275)
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky 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 Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Pininfarina Ice Drop Glass Pack Blended Whisky
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts