Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Bowmore
£265
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 65% |
| Age | 16 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £264.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is better value at £265 vs £344.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£264.95 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £264.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) 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 Bowmore 16 Year Old 2003 (Release No.11698) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts