Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky
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

Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky
Bunnahabhain
£278
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £175.95 | £278 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky
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 £278.
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 £278)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£278 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
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