MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £47 | £34.42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) is better value at £34 vs £47.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£47 vs £34.42)
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.42 vs £47)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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