Adnams Rye Malt Whisky vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Adnams Rye Malt WhiskyLower East Side Blended Malt
DistilleryAdnamsLower East Side
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV47%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£44.95£29.9
Rating4.86/55.00/5

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.86).

Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £45.

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

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 vs £29.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.9 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 £44.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

VegetativeToasted

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

HoneyVanilla

Explore more