MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar
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
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar
Glen Moray
£150
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 55.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £125 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar
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 £150.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 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 Glen?
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 7849) - The Whisky Cellar