Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Mackinlay's
★ 4.06
£299
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackinlay's | Teaninich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.3% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.06/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.06).
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)
Who should buy Mackinlay’s?
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts