Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1
Silver Circle
£32
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Silver Circle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £31.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1
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 £32.
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
Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.5 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 Silver?
Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Silver Circle Botanical Vodka No.1