Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Clynelish
£250
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Teeling |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £250 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £250.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £175.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£175.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati) 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 Teeling?
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 6921) - Candlelight Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask