Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask

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

Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
DistilleryTeaninichTeeling
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV41.8%46%
Age37 yr21 yr
Price£138.41£175.95
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value28/100

Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £138 vs £176.

For beginners: Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£138.41 vs £175.95)
  • +Longer maturation (37 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£175.95 vs £138.41)

Who should buy Teaninich?

Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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 Teaninich 1973 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Old WoodHoneyToastedNuttyLeathery

Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitChocolate

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