Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Ezra Brooks
★ 4.75
£30
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.75 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon is better value at £30 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.75 vs £29.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 £29.75)
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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
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