Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight vs Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine)
Teeling
★ 5.00
£99
| Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Teeling |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 55.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £61.5 | £99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is better value at £62 vs £99.
For beginners: Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£61.5 vs £99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99 vs £61.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Teeling?
Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine) 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 Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Only Teeling 14 Year Old (cask 13790) - Special Selection (Whisky Magazine)