Royal Brackla 21 Year Old vs Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220

Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Teeling
★ 5.00
£176
| Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | Teeling |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £219.99 | £175.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Quick verdict
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is better value at £176 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £175.95)
Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£175.95 vs £219.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Only Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask