MacNair's Lum Reek vs Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£42
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£43
| MacNair's Lum Reek | Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £41.95 | £42.72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £43.
For beginners: Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 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 £42.72)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.72 vs £41.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek
Only Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange