Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017 vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017
Laphroaig
★ 4.00
£299
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017 | 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 | 15 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017 is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017 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 Càirdeas 15 Year Old - Friends of Laphroaig 2017
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts