Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish vs Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

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

Timorous Beastie Port Cask FinishTullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
DistilleryTimorous BeastieTullamore D.E.W.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%41.3%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£64.9£100.99
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value45/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £101.

For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£64.9 vs £100.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£100.99 vs £64.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish 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 Tullamore?

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Cooked FruitChocolate

Only Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

HoneyDried FruitVanillaOld Wood

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