Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl
Retribution Distilling
£30
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Retribution Distilling | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.99 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.99 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Retribution?
Retribution Distilling Summertime Gin, Soundings, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Lower?
Lower East Side Blended 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
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt