Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
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
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Paul John
★ 5.00
£180
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Paul John |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £175.95 | £179.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £180.
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
- +More affordable (£175.95 vs £179.86)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179.86 vs £175.95)
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 Paul?
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish 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
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