Big Mouth vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Big MouthLower East Side Blended Malt
DistilleryBig MouthLower East Side
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV41.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£35.27£29.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Mouth

Smoke64/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Big Mouth

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £35.

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

Big Mouth

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£35.27 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 £35.27)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Big?

Big Mouth 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.

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 ExtractHoneyVanilla

Only Big Mouth

SmokeyToasted

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Fresh Fruit

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