MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - 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
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar
Invergordon
£115
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 46.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £125 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £115 vs £125.
For beginners: Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (55/100 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 £114.95)
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Invergordon 31 Year Old 1990 (cask 906321) - The Whisky Cellar