BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
Benriach
£390
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £390 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
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 £390.
For beginners: BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£390 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 £390)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts