Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Lower East Side Blended Malt
DistillerySignatoryLower East Side
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£45.52£29.9
Rating5.00/5

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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 £46.

For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.52 vs £29.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Unnamed?

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyLeatheryHay-likeMossyVegetative

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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