Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) vs Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£267
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
| Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) | Tomintoul 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Tomintoul |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £267 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £267.
For beginners: Tomintoul 33 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£267 vs £249.95)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £267)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017) 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999 (Special Release 2017)
Only Tomintoul 33 Year Old