Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2 vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2
Big Peat
★ 4.50
£46
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2 | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Lower East Side |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £45.5 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £46.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.5 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Big Peat Edinburgh - Edition #2
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt