Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyTeeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
DistilleryDalmoreTeeling
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£612£395
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is better value at £395 vs £612.

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£612 vs £395)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch 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 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

SherriedVanillaDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ChocolateToasted

Only Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

HoneyOld Wood

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