Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix vs Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Tullamore D.E.W. PhoenixUnnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryTullamore D.E.W.Signatory
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV55%46%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£45.95£43.75
Rating5.00/53.33/5

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value76/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £46.

For beginners: Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£45.95 vs £43.75)

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£43.75 vs £45.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.3 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Unnamed?

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedVanillaCooked FruitToasted

Only Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2006 (casks 17/A62 9 & 10) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Old WoodNuttyOily

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