Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Bushmills
£134
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £133.98 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection is better value at £134 vs £176.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£133.98 vs £175.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£175.95 vs £133.98)
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection 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.
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
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Where to buy
Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2021) Sauternes Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange