Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£96
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Mortlach
£85
| Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullamore D.E.W. | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £96 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Quick verdict
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £85 vs £96.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£96 vs £84.95)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Pros
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £96)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky) 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
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Where to buy
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2013 - First Fill Australian Shiraz Cask (Blind Summit Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange