Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Midleton
★ 5.00
£300
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £300 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is better value at £300 vs £344.
For beginners: Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£300 vs £344.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £300)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) 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 Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts