Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare MaltsThe Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin
DistilleryTeaninichThe Dublin Liberties
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV65%46%
Age23 yr16 yr
Price£344.14£270
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value19/100

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin is better value at £270 vs £344.

For beginners: The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 16 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£344.14 vs £270)

The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£270 vs £344.14)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

Only The Dublin Liberties 16 Year Old Keeper's Coin

SherriedDried FruitVanillaChocolateToasted

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