Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022
Lagavulin
£199
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.5% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £175.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022
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 £199.
For beginners: Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 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 Lagavulin 7 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask