Lower East Side Blended Malt vs The Hive 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
The Hive Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£48
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | The Hive Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £47.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
The Hive Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
The Hive Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £48.
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 £47.94)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Hive Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.94 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 The?
The Hive 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
Both taste of
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only The Hive Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)