Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) vs MacNair's Lum Reek
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)
Highland Park
£38
MacNair's Lum Reek
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£42
| Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) | MacNair's Lum Reek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | MacNair's |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £37.95 | £41.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £38 vs £42.
For beginners: Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £41.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £37.95)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) 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 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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