Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Old Monk
£28
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Monk | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £27.5 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £28 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.5 vs £29.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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
- −More expensive (£29.9 vs £27.5)
Who should buy Old?
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum 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 Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt