Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka)
Yoichi
★ 5.00
£186
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yoichi | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £185.64 | £175.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £186.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£185.64 vs £175.95)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£175.95 vs £185.64)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka) 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 Yoichi 1991 Single Cask (Nikka)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask