Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£47
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £46.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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 £47.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.63 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Mortlach 18 Year Old 1997 (casks 7177 + 7181) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)