Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) vs MacNair's Lum Reek
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) | MacNair's Lum Reek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.42 | £41.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) is better value at £34 vs £42.
For beginners: Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.42 vs £41.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek
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 (£41.95 vs £34.42)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 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
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Where to buy
Mortlach 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange