Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Monkey Shoulder
£301
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Monkey Shoulder |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £344.14 | £300.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) is better value at £301 vs £344.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £300.65)
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£300.65 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −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 Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (4.5L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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