Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection vs Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP

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

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve CollectionMaker's Mark Gold Label VIP
DistilleryTeelingMaker's Mark
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46%45%
Age24 yrNAS
Price£395£499
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value13/100

Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is better value at £395 vs £499.

For beginners: Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£395 vs £499)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £395)

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection 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.

Who should buy Maker's?

Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP

ToastedMalt ExtractNew Wood

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