Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Four Roses
★ 5.00
£350
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £350 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £350.
For beginners: Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£350 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £350)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017 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 Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2017
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts