Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 4.50
£49
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £48.78 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
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 £49.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.78 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt