Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Circumstance
★ 5.00
£45
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Circumstance | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
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).
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £29.9)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.9 vs £44.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Circumstance?
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
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