Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
DistilleryThe Lost Distillery CompanyTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%55%
AgeNASNAS
Price£36.65£45.95
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value82/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) is better value at £37 vs £46.

For beginners: Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36.65 vs £45.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £36.65)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Dalaruan?

Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Dalaruan - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Malt ExtractSmokey

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedHoneyVanillaCooked Fruit

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