MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
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
Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Invergordon
£115
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £114.77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is better value at £115 vs £125.
For beginners: Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £114.77)
Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Pros
- +More affordable (£114.77 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Strawberry?
Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Strawberry Fondant Icing 1988 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)