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

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

Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay WhiskyTeeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
DistilleryBunnahabhainTeeling
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£278£175.95
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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)

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

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.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Bunnahabhain 2001 / 21 Year Old / Expressions of Gratitude / Wemyss Islay Whisky

CitricToastedNuttySmokey

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

Dried FruitCooked FruitChocolate

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