Grant's Triple Wood vs Lindisfarne Mead

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

Grant's Triple WoodLindisfarne Mead
DistilleryGrant'sLindisfarne
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£16.95£12.25
Rating4.08/5

Grant's Triple Wood

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Lindisfarne Mead

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Grant's Triple Wood

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lindisfarne Mead

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Grant's Triple Wood is rated higher (4.08 vs 0.00).

Lindisfarne Mead is better value at £12 vs £17.

For beginners: Grant's Triple Wood is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Grant's Triple Wood

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.1/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£16.95 vs £12.25)

Lindisfarne Mead

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£12.25 vs £16.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)

Who should buy Grant's?

Grant's Triple Wood 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 Lindisfarne?

Lindisfarne Mead suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Grant's Triple Wood

VanillaNew WoodToasted

Only Lindisfarne Mead

Fresh FruitFragant

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