The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky) vs Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey

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

The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky)Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey
DistilleryBlind Summit WhiskyEzra Brooks
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV46.8%45%
AgeNASNAS
Price£34.99£38.25
Rating4.80/5

The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).

The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky) is better value at £35 vs £38.

For beginners: Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£34.99 vs £38.25)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)

Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£38.25 vs £34.99)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky) 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 Ezra?

Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Only The Lochend Blended Malt (Blind Summit Whisky)

SmokeyFresh FruitHoneyLeafySherried

Only Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey

VanillaToastedNuttyNew Wood

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