North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£300
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.2% | 65% |
| Age | 50 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater is better value at £300 vs £344.
For beginners: North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299.95)
Who should buy North?
North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater 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 North of Scotland 50 Year Old 1971 - Stillwater
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts