Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - 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
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£46
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | Signatory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £29.9 | £45.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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 £46.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.52 vs £29.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Unnamed?
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)