Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs The John Walker King George V

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

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare MaltsThe John Walker King George V
DistilleryTeaninichJohnnie Walker
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV65%43%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£344.14£450
Rating5.00/54.73/5

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

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

The John Walker King George V

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value11/100

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The John Walker King George V

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.73).

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £450.

For beginners: The John Walker King George V is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£344.14 vs £450)

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water

The John Walker King George V

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£450 vs £344.14)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 John Walker King George V suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

Only The John Walker King George V

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobacco

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