GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11 vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11
GlenDronach
£126
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11 | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 48% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £126.
For beginners: GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£125 vs £125.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy GlenDronach?
GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11 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.
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only GlenDronach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 1162) - Batch 11
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)