Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Mortlach
£300

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.1% | 65% |
| Age | 32 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299.59 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) is better value at £300 vs £344.
For beginners: Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Pros
- +More affordable (£299.59 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −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 £299.59)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004) 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 Mortlach 32 Year Old 1971 (Special Release 2004)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts