Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
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
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Kilchoman
£179
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Kilchoman |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £175.95 | £178.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
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 £179.
For beginners: Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series 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 £178.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£178.95 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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series 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 Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series