Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask vs Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Highland Park
£199
| Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teeling | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £175.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £199.
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 £199)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 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 Highland?
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)