Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta RubanTullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
DistilleryGlenmorangieTullamore D.E.W.
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%55%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£42£45.95
Rating3.73/55.00/5

Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value89/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.73).

Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban is better value at £42 vs £46.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban

Pros

  • +More affordable (£42 vs £45.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £42)

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

SherriedCooked Fruit

Only Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban

ChocolateDried Fruit

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

HoneyVanillaToasted

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