Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release)
Talisker
£499
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Teaninich |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 65% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £499 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release)
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 £499.
For beginners: Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 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 £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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 Talisker 25 Year Old (2012 Release)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts