Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£450
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 65% |
| Age | 35 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £450 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £450.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £450)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) 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 Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts