Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Hawkshead English Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Naked Malt
★ 4.29
£27
Hawkshead English Whisky
Hawkshead Distillery
★ 4.50
£20
| Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | Hawkshead English Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Naked Malt | Hawkshead Distillery |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £26.95 | £19.95 |
| Rating | 4.29/5 | 4.50/5 |
Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Hawkshead English Whisky
Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Hawkshead English Whisky
Quick verdict
Hawkshead English Whisky is rated higher (4.50 vs 4.29).
Hawkshead English Whisky is better value at £20 vs £27.
For beginners: Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£26.95 vs £19.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 4.5)
Hawkshead English Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More affordable (£19.95 vs £26.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Naked?
Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Hawkshead?
Hawkshead English 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
Only Naked Malt Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Hawkshead English Whisky