Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Signatory
★ 5.00
£47
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Signatory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
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
- +More affordable (£29.9 vs £46.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £29.9)
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 Orkney?
Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Orkney (HP) 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #30 (Signatory)