Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

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

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
DistilleryAdelphiTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV59.1%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£116.47£96
Rating5.00/5

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

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

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

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 £116.

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

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£116.47 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 £116.47)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Burnside?

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) 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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanilla

Only Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

SmokeyOld Wood

Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

ToastedFresh Fruit

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