MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
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
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Linkwood
£109
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 51.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £125 | £108.57 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) is better value at £109 vs £125.
For beginners: Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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 £108.57)
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£108.57 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)