Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release)
Port Askaig
£329
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Askaig | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 65% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £328.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release) is better value at £329 vs £344.
For beginners: Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£328.95 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +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 £328.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release) 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 Port Askaig 25 Year Old (2024 Release)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts