MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s
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
Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s
Quick verdict
Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.99)
Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £125)
Cons
- −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 Glen?
Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glen Moray 12 Year Old - Highland Regiments The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders - 1980s