Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010 vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.86
£250
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010 | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 65% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £250 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.86/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.86).
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010 is better value at £250 vs £344.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £344.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £250)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Only Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old - Pre 2010
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts