Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition)

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

Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala CaskMaster of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition)
DistilleryTeelingMaster of Malt
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%43%
Age21 yr30 yr
Price£175.95£146.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value34/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition) is better value at £147 vs £176.

For beginners: Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£175.95 vs £146.95)

Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£146.95 vs £175.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Master?

Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

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

Cooked FruitChocolate

Only Master of Malt 30 Year Old Speyside (5th Edition)

HoneyOld Wood

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