Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

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

Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary SeriesTullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
DistilleryKilchomanTullamore D.E.W.
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV51.2%40%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£119.95£96
Rating5.00/5

Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series

Smoke64/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value52/100

Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is better value at £96 vs £120.

For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.95 vs £96)
  • 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 affordable (£96 vs £119.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kilchoman?

Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series 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

Both taste of

VanillaFresh Fruit

Only Kilchoman 14 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series

SmokeyCitricHoney

Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s

Malt ExtractToasted

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