Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£43
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.5% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £43.
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 £42.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.95 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 Staoisha?
Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)