Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery
Mezan
£40
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
| Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery | Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mezan | Tamnavulin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery is better value at £40 vs £55.
For beginners: Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £54.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £39.95)
Who should buy Mezan?
Mezan XO Jamaican Rum / Single Distillery suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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