Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£299

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 65% |
| Age | 19 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Balvenie 19 Year Old - The Edge of Burnhead Wood
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts