MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
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
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
£143
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Caperdonich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 51.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 38 yr |
| Price | £125 | £142.97 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
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 £143.
For beginners: Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 £142.97)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£142.97 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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
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Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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