Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 3.75
£49
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £49.
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
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£48.95 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Spice?
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts) 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 Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)