Knappogue Castle 1995 vs Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Knappogue Castle 1995
Knappogue Castle
★ 5.00
£43

Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie)
Teaninich
£43
| Knappogue Castle 1995 | Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knappogue Castle | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Knappogue Castle 1995
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie)
Knappogue Castle 1995
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie)
Quick verdict
Knappogue Castle 1995 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie) is better value at £43 vs £43.
For beginners: Knappogue Castle 1995 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Knappogue Castle 1995
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Knappogue?
Knappogue Castle 1995 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 312993, 312995 & 713957) Small Batch (James Eadie) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of