Lower East Side Blended Malt vs The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

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

The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky
The English
£28
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | The English |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £28.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky
Lower East Side Blended Malt
The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky is better value at £28 vs £30.
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
- −More expensive (£29.9 vs £28.25)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.25 vs £29.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 The?
The English Original, Smokey, Rum Cask Miniature Gift Set / 3x5cl English Whisky 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
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