MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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
North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
North British
£108
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 46.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £125 | £107.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £108 vs £125.
For beginners: North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £107.95)
North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£107.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (30 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 North?
North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 North British 30 Year Old 1992 (cask 355) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)