Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) vs Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

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

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks
DistilleryPenderynTeeling
Region
CountryWalesIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£54.9£44.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks is better value at £45 vs £55.

For beginners: Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.9 vs £44.95)

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £54.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Penderyn?

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

Cooked FruitSherriedTobaccoNutty

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