Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Van Wees Cinnamon LiqueurTullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
DistilleryVan WeesTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeBlended
ABV40%55%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.25£45.95
Rating5.00/5

Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur is better value at £38 vs £46.

For beginners: Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.25 vs £45.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £38.25)

Who should buy Van?

Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaCooked Fruit

Only Van Wees Cinnamon Liqueur

FragantNutty

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedToasted

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