The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512TTullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
DistilleryThe GlenlivetTullamore D.E.W.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV54.3%55%
Age16 yrNAS
Price£45.49£45.95
Rating4.83/55.00/5

The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).

The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T is better value at £45 vs £46.

For beginners: The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T

Pros

  • +More affordable (£45.49 vs £45.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £45.49)

Who should buy The?

The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T 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 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

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nàdurra Batch 0512T

Fresh Fruit

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedCooked Fruit

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