MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972
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
J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972
J.G Thomson & Co.
£164
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | J.G Thomson & Co. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £163.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972
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 £164.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972 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 £163.63)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£163.63 vs £125)
- −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 J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only J.G. Thomson Blended Grain 1972