Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Paul John Edited

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

Lower East Side Blended MaltPaul John Edited
DistilleryLower East SidePaul John
Region
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.9£48.57
Rating5.00/53.74/5

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Paul John Edited

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value77/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Paul John Edited

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.74).

Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £49.

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

Paul John Edited

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.57 vs £29.9)
  • Lower community rating (3.7 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 Paul?

Paul John Edited suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt Extract

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Paul John Edited

Smokey

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