SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992 vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992 | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 65% |
| Age | 19 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £275 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992 is better value at £275 vs £344.
For beginners: SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£275 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £275)
Who should buy SMWS?
SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 SMWS 26.85 19 Year Old 1992
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts