MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength 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
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Inchgower
£69
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 59.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £47 | £68.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is better value at £47 vs £69.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 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 affordable (£47 vs £68.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.95 vs £47)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 108) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange