MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky
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
Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky
Loch Lomond
£113
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 47.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £125 | £112.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky is better value at £113 vs £125.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky is more approachable (55/100 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 £112.95)
Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£112.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky