Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary
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
Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary
Balcones
£199
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Balcones |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 62% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £175.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £199.
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)
- +More affordable (£175.95 vs £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £175.95)
- −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 Balcones?
Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Only Balcones Texas High Rye Bourbon - Tenth Anniversary