Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts vs Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024
Yamazaki
£436
| Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Yamazaki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65% | 48% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £344.14 | £435.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £436.
For beginners: Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024 is more approachable (60/100 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 £435.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£435.5 vs £344.14)
- −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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Only Yamazaki Islay Peated - Tsukuriwake 2024