Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s
Springbank
★ 4.50
£250
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Teaninich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 14 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £250 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s is better value at £250 vs £344.
For beginners: Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £250)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow 14 Year Old - Early 2000s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
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 14 Year Old - Early 2000s
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts