Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Talisker 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
Talisker 18 Year Old
Talisker
★ 4.16
£208
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Talisker 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 45.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £175.95 | £207.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.16/5 |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Talisker 18 Year Old
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Talisker 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.16).
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £208.
For beginners: Talisker 18 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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 £207.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£207.95 vs £175.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Talisker?
Talisker 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 Talisker 18 Year Old