MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
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
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Lismore
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Lismore |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.95)
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Lismore?
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s