The Deveron 18 Year Old vs Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

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

The Deveron 18 Year OldTullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
DistilleryThe DeveronTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%41.3%
Age18 yr18 yr
Price£62.94£100.99
Rating5.00/54.50/5

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value79/100

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value45/100

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

The Deveron 18 Year Old is better value at £63 vs £101.

For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£62.94 vs £100.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£100.99 vs £62.94)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only The Deveron 18 Year Old

Malt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

Only Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

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