Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Laphroaig
£265
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 50% |
| Age | 23 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £344.14 | £264.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is better value at £265 vs £344.
For beginners: Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £264.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£264.95 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only Laphroaig 15 Year Old 2004 (Release No.11694) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)