Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay)
Tobermory
★ 4.00
£266
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Teaninich |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 65% |
| Age | 23 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £266.4 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay) is better value at £266 vs £344.
For beginners: Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£266.4 vs £344.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £266.4)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay) 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 Tobermory 23 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish (Tobermory Bay)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts