MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered 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
Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
£50
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £47 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered 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 £50.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 affordable (£47 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Edradour 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £47)
- −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 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 51) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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