Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Blanton's
£150
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£96
| Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 | Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blanton's | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 61.3% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £149.95 | £96 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
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 £150.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 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 £149.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blanton's?
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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