Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) vs Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£287

Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973
Tullamore D.E.W.
£252
| Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 40 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £286.95 | £252 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973 is better value at £252 vs £287.
For beginners: Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£286.95 vs £252)
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£252 vs £286.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt 40 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tullamore?
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1973 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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