Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix vs Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky

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

Tullamore D.E.W. PhoenixWoven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky
DistilleryTullamore D.E.W.Woven
Region
CountryIrelandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV55%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£45.95£46.25
Rating5.00/5

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

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

Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is better value at £46 vs £46.

For beginners: Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£45.95 vs £46.25)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.25 vs £45.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Woven?

Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky 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

Honey

Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix

SherriedVanillaCooked FruitToasted

Only Woven Pure Malt World Blended Malt Whisky

SmokeyMalt Extract

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