Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release)
Springbank
£395
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £344.14 | £395 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release)
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 £395.
For beginners: Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release) 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 £395)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 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 Springbank?
Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only Springbank 25 Year Old (2019 Release)