Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Ben Nevis
£325
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 65% |
| Age | 29 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £324.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £325 vs £344.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£324.95 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £324.95)
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Ben Nevis 29 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts