Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Pulteney
£450
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £450 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £450.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £344.14)
- −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 affordable (£344.14 vs £450)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts