Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
Maxime Trijol
£345

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Maxime Trijol | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £345 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
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 £345.
For beginners: Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£345 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 £345)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Maxime?
Maxime Trijol 1974 Fins Bois Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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