Lot 40 Rye Whisky vs Lower East Side Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Lot 40 Rye Whisky | Lower East Side Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lot 40 | Lower East Side |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £38.5 | £29.9 |
| Rating | 4.48/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lot 40 Rye Whisky
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lot 40 Rye Whisky
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.48).
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).
Lot 40 Rye Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.5 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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)
- +More affordable (£29.9 vs £38.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lot?
Lot 40 Rye Whisky 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 Lot 40 Rye Whisky
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt