Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016)
Chichibu
£299
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016) is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — 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 £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016) 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 Chichibu The Peated 2012 (bottled 2016)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts