Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 ChampagneTullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
DistilleryMummTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeBlended
ABV40%55%
AgeNASNAS
Price£34.95£45.95
Rating5.00/5

Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne is better value at £35 vs £46.

For beginners: Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.95 vs £45.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £34.95)

Who should buy Mumm?

Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Mumm RSRV Cuvee 4.5 Champagne

Fresh FruitFragant

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedCooked Fruit

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