Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459)
Yoichi
£332

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yoichi | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62% | 65% |
| Age | 23 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £332.48 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459) is better value at £332 vs £344.
For beginners: Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459)
Pros
- +More affordable (£332.48 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −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 £332.48)
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459) 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 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 Yoichi 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 129459)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts