Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£499
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £344.14 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release)
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £499.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £344.14)
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 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2020 Release)