Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Kavalan
★ 5.00
£387

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kavalan | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Taiwan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £387.43 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £387.
For beginners: Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£387.43 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £387.43)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Kavalan?
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask 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 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 Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts