Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Penderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales)

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

Lower East Side Blended MaltPenderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales)
DistilleryLower East SidePenderyn
Region
CountryScotlandWales
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.9£39.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Penderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Penderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £40.

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 £39.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Penderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.9 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales) 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

Fresh FruitVanillaMalt Extract

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

Honey

Only Penderyn Yma O Hyd (Icons of Wales)

Toasted

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