Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£35
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.3% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £35.
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 £34.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.95 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 Speyside?
Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)