Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory
Benrinnes
★ 3.00
£36
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £35.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
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).
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
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£35.95 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 800308 & 800309) - Signatory