The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey
West Cork Distillers
★ 2.20
£24
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | West Cork Distillers | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £23.95 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 2.20/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey
Lower East Side Blended Malt
The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.20).
The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey is better value at £24 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£23.95 vs £29.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.2 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 £23.95)
Who should buy The?
The Pogues Single Malt Whiskey 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 Lower East Side Blended Malt