Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid)Lower East Side Blended Malt
DistilleryClynelishLower East Side
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£42.12£29.9
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

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).

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.12 vs £29.9)
  • 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Clynelish 14 Year Old 1995 (Murray McDavid)

LeatheryTobaccoSherriedCooked Fruit

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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