Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£149
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Teeling |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 46% |
| Age | 43 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £148.68 | £175.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Quick verdict
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is better value at £149 vs £176.
For beginners: Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£148.68 vs £175.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£175.95 vs £148.68)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) 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 Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask