Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare MaltsTomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTeaninichTomatin
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV65%46.8%
Age23 yr36 yr
Price£344.14£251.95
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

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

Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £252 vs £344.

For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£344.14 vs £251.95)

Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£251.95 vs £344.14)
  • +Longer maturation (36 vs 23 years)
  • +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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitChocolateLeathery

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