Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£146
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Decadent Drinks | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.1% | 48% |
| Age | 28 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £146.1 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
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 £146.
For beginners: Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£146.1 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£125 vs £146.1)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Pride?
Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Pride Of Sponge 28 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.59B (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)