Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Ardbeg
£321
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.9% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £320.57 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single is better value at £321 vs £344.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£320.57 vs £344.14)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £320.57)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single 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 Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 347624) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts