Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Springbank
★ 4.35
£275
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Teaninich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £275 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 4.35/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.35).
Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release) is better value at £275 vs £344.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£275 vs £344.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 £275)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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 Springbank 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts