Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Laphroaig 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
Laphroaig 18 Year Old
Laphroaig
£174
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Laphroaig 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £175.95 | £174 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Laphroaig 18 Year Old
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Laphroaig 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 18 Year Old is better value at £174 vs £176.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£175.95 vs £174)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£174 vs £175.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 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 Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Only Laphroaig 18 Year Old