Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory)
Linkwood
£48
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory) | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Lower East Side |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £48.03 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory)
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 £48.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.03 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Linkwood 14 Year Old 2010 (Signatory)
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt