Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP vs Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP
Maker's Mark
★ 5.00
£499
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Teeling
★ 5.00
£395
| Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP | Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Maker's Mark | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £499 | £395 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Quick verdict
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is better value at £395 vs £499.
For beginners: Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £395)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£395 vs £499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Maker's?
Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Teeling?
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Maker's Mark Gold Label VIP
Only Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection