Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.80
£499
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 65% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £499 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £499.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £344.14)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 £499)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 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 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts