Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%) vs Stauning HØST

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

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%)Stauning HØST
DistilleryTeaninichStauning
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.1%40.5%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£41.5
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Stauning HØST

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning HØST

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning HØST is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Stauning HØST is better value at £42 vs £50.

For beginners: Stauning HØST is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £41.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Stauning HØST

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£41.5 vs £49.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Teaninich?

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%) 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.

Who should buy Stauning?

Stauning HØST suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitToasted

Only Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (53.1%)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

Only Stauning HØST

New WoodVegetativeCooked Fruit

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