MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£142
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 56.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £125 | £141.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £142.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£125 vs £141.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£141.95 vs £125)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Mortlach 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)