Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Caol Ila
£70
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£96
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) | Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.7% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £96 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Quick verdict
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £70 vs £96.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £96)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£96 vs £69.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) 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
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s