Michel Couvreur The '90s vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michel Couvreur The '90s
Michel Couvreur
★ 5.00
£426
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Michel Couvreur The '90s | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michel Couvreur | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 65% |
| Age | 26 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £426 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Michel Couvreur The '90s
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Michel Couvreur The '90s
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £426.
For beginners: Michel Couvreur The '90s is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Michel Couvreur The '90s
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£426 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £426)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Michel?
Michel Couvreur The '90s 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 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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Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts