Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lower East Side Blended MaltMikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka
DistilleryLower East SideMikkeller
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.9£28.95
Rating5.00/5

Lower East Side Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka is better value at £29 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 £28.95)

Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.95 vs £29.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Mikkeller?

Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

HoneyVanillaMalt Extract

Only Mikkeller Simcoe Dry Hopped Vodka

VegetativeCitric

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