Jameson 4.5L vs Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s

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

Jameson 4.5LTullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s
DistilleryJamesonTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryIrelandIreland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£169.5£144
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Jameson 4.5L

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value35/100

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s is better value at £144 vs £170.

For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Jameson 4.5L

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£169.5 vs £144)

Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£144 vs £169.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Jameson?

Jameson 4.5L suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

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