Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish
Springbank
£399
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 65% |
| Age | 10 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £399 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £399.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £344.14)
- −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 affordable (£344.14 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish 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 Longrow 10 Year Old 1995 - Tokaji Wood Finish
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts