Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl
West Midlands Distillery
£33
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | West Midlands Distillery | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £32.95 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl
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 £33.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£32.95 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Hell?
Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Hell Smoked Rum, 50cl
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt