Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Nardini Rabarbaro LiqueurTullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
DistilleryNardiniTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeBlended
ABV40%55%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33.75£45.95
Rating5.00/5

Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur is better value at £34 vs £46.

For beginners: Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.75 vs £45.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £33.75)

Who should buy Nardini?

Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Cooked Fruit

Only Nardini Rabarbaro Liqueur

Leafy

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedHoneyVanillaToasted

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