Redbreast 21 Year Old vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Redbreast 21 Year Old | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Redbreast | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £248 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.55/5 | 5.00/5 |
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.55).
Redbreast 21 Year Old is better value at £248 vs £344.
For beginners: Redbreast 21 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£248 vs £344.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £248)
Who should buy Redbreast?
Redbreast 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.
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 Redbreast 21 Year Old
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts