Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Carsebridge
★ 5.00
£400
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Carsebridge | Teaninich |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.7% | 65% |
| Age | 52 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £399.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £400.
For beginners: Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £399.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Carsebridge?
Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Carsebridge 52 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts