Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Diageo
★ 4.75
£174
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Diageo | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £173.65 | £175.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
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 4.75).
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) is better value at £174 vs £176.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£173.65 vs £175.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£175.95 vs £173.65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Collectivum?
Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017) 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
Only Collectivum XXVIII (Special Release 2017)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask