Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Glenturret
£175
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Teeling |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.1% | 46% |
| Age | 29 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £175 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
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).
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £175 vs £176.
For beginners: Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£175 vs £175.95)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −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 £175)
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) 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.
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 Glenturret 29 Year Old 1987 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask