Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Port Dundas
★ 5.00
£39
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Port Dundas |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £38.66 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £39.
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 £38.66)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.66 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 Port?
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)