CRN57 25 Year Old Blended Malt vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

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

CRN57 25 Year Old Blended MaltTullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
DistilleryGordon & MacPhailTullamore D.E.W.
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£147.5£96
Rating5.00/5

CRN57 25 Year Old Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value52/100

CRN57 25 Year Old Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is better value at £96 vs £148.

For beginners: CRN57 25 Year Old Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

CRN57 25 Year Old Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£147.5 vs £96)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£96 vs £147.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy CRN57?

CRN57 25 Year Old Blended 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.

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only CRN57 25 Year Old Blended Malt

SherriedDried FruitHoneyCooked Fruit

Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Malt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

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