Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£32
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £32.45 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £32.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£32.45 vs £29.9)
- −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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Only Blended Scotch Whisky 5 Year Old 2016 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt