Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Cragganmore
£286
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 65% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £285.83 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) is better value at £286 vs £344.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£285.83 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £285.83)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) 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.
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 Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts