Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Laizhou
£38

Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
| Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laizhou | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £37.95 | £29.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
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 £38.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£37.95 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Laizhou?
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey 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 Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt