Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

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

Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
DistilleryClynelishTeeling
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.1%46%
Age25 yr24 yr
Price£379.95£395
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value13/100

Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £380 vs £395.

For beginners: Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£379.95 vs £395)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£395 vs £379.95)

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Teeling?

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Clynelish 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

OilyLeatheryTobaccoNutty

Only Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SherriedDried FruitHoneyVanilla

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