MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Dundas
£101
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Port Dundas |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £125 | £100.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £101 vs £125.
For beginners: Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £100.9)
Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£100.9 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Port?
Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Port Dundas 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 16483) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)