MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary
Ardmore
£160
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Ardmore |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary
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 £160.
For beginners: Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 £160)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£160 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 12 Year Old 1986 – 100th Anniversary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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