Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Miyagikyo
£299
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miyagikyo | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £299 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) is better value at £299 vs £344.
For beginners: Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)
Who should buy Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Miyagikyo Bourbon Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts