Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£179

Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £178.95 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £179.
For beginners: Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£178.95 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 £178.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Japanese?
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky 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
Both taste of
Only Japanese Blended Whisky #1 - Batch 4 - 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask