La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022 vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022
La Luminaille
£30

Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022 | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | La Luminaille | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.95 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022
Lower East Side Blended Malt
La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022
Lower East Side Blended Malt
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 £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 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 La?
La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022 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 La Luminaille Rasteau Garance 2022
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt