Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig
£326
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £326 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £326 vs £344.
For beginners: Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£326 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £326)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13523) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts