Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Lower East Side Blended MaltSecret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryLower East SideSignatory
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£29.9£47.95
Rating5.00/5

Lower East Side Blended Malt

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

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£47.95 vs £29.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Secret?

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 FruitHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

Only Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-173/-174/-175/-176) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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