Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Old Monk
£28
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Old Monk |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £27.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £28 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 £27.5)
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.5 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 Old?
Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Old Monk Gold Reserve 12 Year Old Rum Single Modernist Rum