The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£499
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 65% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £499 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £499.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2021 Release)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts