Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 1.00
£340
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Teaninich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £339.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £340 vs £344.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£339.95 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (1.0 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 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £339.95)
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts