Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
£120
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 48% |
| Age | 31 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
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).
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£119.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £119.95)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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 Invergordon 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17206) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)