Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glen Elgin
£120
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £120)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 85.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)