Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£142
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | MacNair's |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £141.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £142.
For beginners: Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£141.95 vs £125)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£125 vs £141.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
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 Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)