Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix vs Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Tullamore D.E.W. PhoenixMortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryTullamore D.E.W.Mortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV55%46%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£45.95£48.95
Rating5.00/5

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is better value at £46 vs £49.

For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£45.95 vs £48.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.95 vs £45.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedVanillaCooked Fruit

Only Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2008 (casks 302198, 302199, 302210 & 302218) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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