Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask
Tobermory
£250
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Teaninich |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 65% |
| Age | 22 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £250 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask is better value at £250 vs £344.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£250 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £250)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask 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 Ledaig 22 Year Old 1999 Pedro Ximénez Cask
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts