Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection vs Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Teeling
★ 5.00
£395
Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£599
| Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection | Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Bowmore |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.6% |
| Age | 24 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £395 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection
Quick verdict
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is better value at £395 vs £599.
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 £599)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599 vs £395)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection 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.
Tasting notes
Only Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Only Bowmore 13 Year Old 1995 - Maltmen's Selection