Lower East Side Blended Malt vs The Liberator Double Port Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lower East Side Blended MaltThe Liberator Double Port Finish
DistilleryLower East SideGreat Northern Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.9£44.04
Rating5.00/5

Lower East Side Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

The Liberator Double Port Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Lower East Side Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Liberator Double Port Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lower East Side Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £44.

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

The Liberator Double Port Finish

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.04 vs £29.9)
  • 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 Liberator Double Port Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitVanilla

Only Lower East Side Blended Malt

HoneyMalt Extract

Only The Liberator Double Port Finish

SherriedCooked Fruit

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