MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
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 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£144
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £125 | £143.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £144.
For beginners: Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£125 vs £143.55)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£143.55 vs £125)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish 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 Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish