Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hyde | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £38.68 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £39.
For beginners: Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.68 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 £38.68)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hyde?
Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask 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.
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
Both taste of
Only Hyde No.9 Iberian Cask
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt