MacNair's Lum Reek vs Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

MacNair's Lum ReekGlen Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
DistilleryMacNair'sGlen Spey
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%59.2%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£41.95£52.23
Rating5.00/5

MacNair's Lum Reek

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £52.

For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

MacNair's Lum Reek

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £52.23)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£52.23 vs £41.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy MacNair's?

MacNair's Lum Reek 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 Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokeyOilyLeathery

Only Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 806892) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

HoneyMalt ExtractFresh FruitVanilla

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