Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select
McLain & Kyne
£289
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | McLain & Kyne | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 65% |
| Age | 16 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £289.15 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select is better value at £289 vs £344.
For beginners: Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£289.15 vs £344.14)
- +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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £289.15)
Who should buy Jefferson's?
Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Jefferson's 16 Year Old Presidential Select
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts