MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2%
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2%
Edradour
£46
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £47 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2%
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2%
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2% is better value at £46 vs £47.
For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2% is more approachable (65/100 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 £45.95)
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2%
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £47)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −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 Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2% suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Only Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 54.2%