Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky vs Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish

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

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside WhiskyTullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish
DistilleryCragganmoreTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£18.5£21.81
Rating3.75/5

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky is better value at £19 vs £22.

For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£18.5 vs £21.81)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)

Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.8/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£21.81 vs £18.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Cragganmore?

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky 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. Cider Cask Finish 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

Only Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Malt ExtractSmokeyToasted

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish

Fresh FruitCitricCooked FruitHoneyVanilla

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