Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story
Laphroaig
£499
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 65% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £499 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story
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 £499.
For beginners: Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £344.14)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Laphroaig 25 Year Old The Bessie Williamson Story
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts