Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Inchgower
£38
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£46
| Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 55% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £37.68 | £45.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Quick verdict
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £38 vs £46.
For beginners: Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£37.68 vs £45.95)
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 £37.68)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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. 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
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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Where to buy
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange