Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger
Cameron Bridge
£136
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cameron Bridge | MacNair's |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 48% |
| Age | 35 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £135.92 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £136.
For beginners: Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£135.92 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£125 vs £135.92)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cameronbridge?
Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger 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.
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Cameronbridge 35 Years Old 1984 (cask 27679) - The Artful Dodger
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)