Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%) vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%)Lower East Side Blended Malt
DistilleryVirtuousLower East Side
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£35.95£29.9
Rating5.00/5

Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £36.

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

Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£35.95 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 Virtuous?

Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%) 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

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Virtuous Vodka Blond (40%)

Fragant

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

HoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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