Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Port Dundas
£315
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Dundas | Teaninich |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.1% | 65% |
| Age | 40 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £315 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing) is better value at £315 vs £344.
For beginners: Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£315 vs £344.14)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — 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 £315)
Who should buy Port?
Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing) 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 Port Dundas 1978 (cask 12470) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts