Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Chichibu London Edition 2025
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Chichibu London Edition 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Chichibu |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 50.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £344.14 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Chichibu London Edition 2025
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Chichibu London Edition 2025
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £399.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2025 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Chichibu London Edition 2025
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £344.14)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2025 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only Chichibu London Edition 2025