![]() ![]() Williams, a general manager and later owner of the distillery. – the latter part derived from the initials of Daniel E. The name of this brand eventually changed to Tullamore D.E.W. Originally produced in Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland, the Tullamore distillery was established in the early 19th century. Some of the lowest scores come from Serge of Whisky Fun, Chip the Rum Howler and Jan of Best Shot Whisky.This is a review of the entry-level Tullamore Dew Original, a no-age-statement (NAS) blended Irish whisky – and one of the best selling Irish whiskies in the world. I’m more in-line with Jason of In Search of Elegance, Ralfy and Richard of Whiskey Reviewer. ![]() No one ranks this whisky particularly highly, but the most favourable reviews are from Jim Murray, Michael of Diving for Pearls, Josh the Whiskey Jug and the guys at Quebec Whisky. Good choice for an entry-level Irish whisky. A definite notch above standard Jameson, as the notes are better defined (especially the pot still-derived “green” notes). While nothing to write home about, I would rank this at the higher end of the entry-level Irish blends I’ve tried (on par with the higher-ranked Powers Gold). Spiciness lingers, maybe with a bit of black pepper now. A slight bitterness picks up quickly, but fortunately doesn’t get too bad. Disappears fast after swallowing.įinish: Short. Very light, with little mouthfeel (maybe a touch oily). Palate: Honey, with a bit of caramel to start. ![]() But overall a decent nose for an entry-level Irish blend. A bit of an artificial sweetener note – plus acetone – which detracts. Also lots of green apple and pear, green banana plus a bit of honeydew melon. Writers Tears Pot Still Irish Whiskey: 8.49 ± 0.32 on 19 reviews ($$) West Cork Original Irish Whiskey: 8.01 ± 0.49 on 3 reviews ($$) Tullamore Dew 10yo Single Malt: 8.03 ± 0.78 on 6 reviews ($$$) Tullamore Dew Blended: 7.84 ± 0.36 on 19 reviews ($$) The Quiet Man Traditional Irish Whiskey: 7.56 ± 1.05 on 7 reviews ($$) The Irishman Original Clan Irish Whiskey: 8.14 ± 0.24 on 4 reviews ($$) Jameson Irish Whiskey: 7.82 ± 0.47 on 21 reviews ($$) Let’s see how it fares in my Meta-Critic Whisky Database:īushmills Original Blended: 7.67 ± 0.45 on 17 reviews ($$)īushmills Black Bush: 8.38 ± 0.38 on 22 reviews ($$) It is reported to be blend of triple-distilled pot still, malt, and grain whiskies, matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and sherry casks. This entry-level Irish whisky is bottled at 40% ABV. So when I came across this in an airport business lounge, I thought I’d give it a try. I’m less impressed with most entry level bottlings, like standard Bushmills and Jameson. I’m generally a fan of Irish whisky, especially the higher end Midleton offerings such as Redbreast 21yo and Powers John’s Lane 12yo. They constructed a new distillery on the outskirts of Tullamore, bringing production back to this region after a hiatus of more than half a century.Īccording to Wikipedia, it is currently the second largest selling brand of Irish whisky in the world, with nearly a million cases per annum in 2015. In 2010, the brand was purchased from Midleton by William Grant & Sons, the largest independent distiller of whisky in Scotland (who own a number of global whisky brands). The distillery was closed down in the mid-20th century, and remaining stocks were transferred to Powers & Son – which was eventually merged with Midleton in the great Irish whisky consolidation of the 1970s. This is a review of the entry-level Tullamore Dew Original, a no-age-statement (NAS) blended Irish whisky – and one of the best selling Irish whiskies in the world. ![]()
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