MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask
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
Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask
Mannochmore
£95
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Mannochmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 49% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £94.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask is better value at £95 vs £125.
For beginners: Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £94.95)
Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£94.95 vs £125)
- +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 Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Mannochmore 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 1602) - The Single Cask