Crabbie 25 Year Old vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Crabbie 25 Year OldTeaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
DistilleryJohn Crabbie & Co.Teaninich
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%65%
Age25 yr23 yr
Price£299£344.14
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Crabbie 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value17/100

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Crabbie 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Crabbie 25 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £344.

For beginners: Crabbie 25 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Crabbie 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)

Who should buy Crabbie?

Crabbie 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Crabbie 25 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitHoneyOld WoodNutty

Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

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