Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£27
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor) | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £27 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £27 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£27 vs £29.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.9 vs £27)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Black?
Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Both taste of
Only Black Bull Kyloe Peated (Duncan Taylor)
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt