Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - Kingsbury vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

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

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - KingsburyTullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
DistilleryBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)Tullamore D.E.W.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55.6%40%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£104.95£96
Rating5.00/5

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - Kingsbury

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

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

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - Kingsbury

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 £105.

For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - Kingsbury

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£104.95 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 £104.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Braeval?

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - Kingsbury 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.

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

VanillaMalt Extract

Only Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165586) - Kingsbury

HoneyOld WoodNutty

Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

ToastedFresh Fruit

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