Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig
★ 4.08
£42
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elijah Craig | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £41.5 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.08/5 | 5.00/5 |
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.08).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £42.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.5 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Elijah?
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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
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