Cameron Brig vs Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Cameron BrigLower East Side Blended Malt
DistilleryCameron BridgeLower East Side
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£23.33£29.9
Rating4.66/55.00/5

Cameron Brig

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Cameron Brig

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.66).

Cameron Brig is better value at £23 vs £30.

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

Cameron Brig

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£23.33 vs £29.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Lower East Side Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.9 vs £23.33)

Who should buy Cameron?

Cameron Brig suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only Cameron Brig

Fragant

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Vanilla

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