Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask
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
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask
Glengoyne
£195
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £175.95 | £195 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask
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 £195.
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 £195)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£195 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (cask 1921) - Single Cask 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
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