Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Dalmore
£262
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Dalmore |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 49.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £344.14 | £261.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition is better value at £262 vs £344.
For beginners: The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £261.5)
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£261.5 vs £344.14)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy The?
The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only The Dalmore 17 Year Old Luminary No. 3 - 2025 Edition