MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
£37
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £47 | £36.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £37 vs £47.
For beginners: Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£47 vs £36.95)
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £47)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Staoisha?
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (casks 900115 & 900118) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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