Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Mackintosh Whisky
£27
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Mackintosh Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 41% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £27.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £27 vs £30.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
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
- −More expensive (£29.9 vs £27.13)
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.13 vs £29.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Mackintosh?
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky