Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Glenkinchie
£299
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenkinchie | Teaninich |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.3% | 65% |
| Age | 27 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £299)
Who should buy Glenkinchie?
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023) 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
Both taste of
Only Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Where to buy
Glenkinchie 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange