Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Kilchoman
£179
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Teeling |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £178.95 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
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: Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series 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 Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask