Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Paul John
★ 5.00
£148
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155
| Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Tullibardine 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | Tullibardine |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £147.95 | £155 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £148 vs £155.
For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£147.95 vs £155)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£155 vs £147.95)
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 522) - 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.
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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