Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%)
Teaninich
£50
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Ardgowan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 54.2% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £50 | £48.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £50.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £50)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (Thompson Bros.) (54.2%) 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.
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
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