Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Scallywag Cask Strength No.2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.1% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £48.
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 £48)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£48 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 Scallywag?
Scallywag Cask Strength No.2 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 Scallywag Cask Strength No.2