MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Glen Moray
£35
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £47 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) is better value at £35 vs £47.
For beginners: Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) is more approachable (70/100 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 £34.95)
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £47)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glen?
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) 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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Where to buy
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Moray 15 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange