Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£420
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 65% |
| Age | 20 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £419.81 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £420.
For beginners: Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£419.81 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £419.81)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single 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 Ardbeg 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 347613) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts