Caol Ila 25 Year Old vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Caol Ila 25 Year Old | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 65% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.18/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 25 Year Old
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Caol Ila 25 Year Old
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.18).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Caol Ila 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 25 Year Old
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts