MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glenturret
£114
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £125 | £113.61 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £114 vs £125.
For beginners: Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £113.61)
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£113.61 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glenturret 29 Year Old 1988 (cask 539) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)