Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

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

Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
DistillerySpringbankTeaninich
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.6%65%
Age22 yr23 yr
Price£499.95£344.14
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value10/100

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £500.

For beginners: Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£499.95 vs £344.14)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£344.14 vs £499.95)
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Springbank 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

LeatheryTobaccoOilySmokeyOld Wood

Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

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