Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi)
Glenrothes
£200
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Teeling |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi)
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).
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £200.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199.95 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 £199.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi) 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
Only Glenrothes 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5118) (Adelphi)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask