Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Dailuaine
£324

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dailuaine | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.3% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £323.5 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025) is better value at £324 vs £344.
For beginners: Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +More affordable (£323.5 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £323.5)
Who should buy Dailuaine?
Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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 Dailuaine 21 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts