Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30

Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£42
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Teaninich |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £41.56 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £42.
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 £41.56)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.56 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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)