Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Tobermory
£300

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Teaninich |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 65% |
| Age | 20 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £300 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive is better value at £300 vs £344.
For beginners: Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Pros
- +More affordable (£300 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — 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 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £300)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive 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 Tobermory 20 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Distillery Exclusive
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts