Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette)
Bitter Truth
£25

Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette) | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bitter Truth | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £24.75 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette) is better value at £25 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£24.75 vs £29.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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
- −More expensive (£29.9 vs £24.75)
Who should buy Bitter?
Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur (Creme de Violette)
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt