Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt
J and A Mitchell
★ 4.71
£41
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J and A Mitchell | Lower East Side |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £40.95 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.71/5 | 5.00/5 |
Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £41.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£40.95 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£29.9 vs £40.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Campbeltown?
Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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 Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt