Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bunnahabhain
£276
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.6% | 65% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £275.64 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £276 vs £344.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£275.64 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (30 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 £275.64)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12254) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts