MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - 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
Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£105
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 66.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £125 | £104.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £105 vs £125.
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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £104.99)
Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£104.99 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (66.6%) — may need water
- −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 Deanston?
Deanston 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 900078) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
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