Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998Lower East Side Blended Malt
DistilleryGlenlossieLower East Side
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£49.32£29.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £49.

For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.32 vs £29.9)

Lower East Side Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.9 vs £49.32)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyDried FruitChocolate

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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