Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Bowmore
£399
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 65% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £399 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
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 £399.
For beginners: Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 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 £399)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts