Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail) vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail)
Linkwood
★ 4.50
£102

Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£96
| Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail) | Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £102 | £96 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Quick verdict
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is better value at £96 vs £102.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£102 vs £96)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 £102)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 25 Year Old (Gordon & Macphail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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
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