Jim Beam Black Label vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Jim Beam Black Label | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jim Beam | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £27.9 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jim Beam Black Label
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Jim Beam Black Label
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Jim Beam Black Label is better value at £28 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Jim Beam Black Label
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.9 vs £29.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £27.9)
Who should buy Jim?
Jim Beam Black Label 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 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
Both taste of
Only Jim Beam Black Label
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt