Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish vs Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 4.50
£101
| Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Timorous Beastie | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 41.3% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £64.9 | £100.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £101.
For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 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 £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
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