John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£480
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Teaninich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £480 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £480.
For beginners: John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£480 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £480)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy John?
John Walker & Sons Private Collection (2017 Edition) 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
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Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts