The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits
Glenrothes
£475
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.1% | 65% |
| Age | 36 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £475.29 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £475.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£475.29 vs £344.14)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £475.29)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1986- North Star Spirits
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts