Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve
Haran
£39
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Haran | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Spain | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.75 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £39.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.75 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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
Who should buy Haran?
Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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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Only Haran 18 Year Old Original Small Batch Reserve
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt