Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso CasksTeaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
DistilleryGlengoyneTeaninich
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.8%65%
Age28 yr23 yr
Price£295£344.14
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner70/100
Value17/100

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks is better value at £295 vs £344.

For beginners: Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£295 vs £344.14)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£344.14 vs £295)

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks 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.

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 Glengoyne 28 Year Old - Oloroso Casks

SherriedDried FruitHoneyOld WoodChocolate

Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

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