MacNair's Lum Reek vs Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£42
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
Craigellachie
£48
| MacNair's Lum Reek | Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.2% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £41.95 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 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 £47.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£47.95 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory) 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 Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
Where to buy
MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #5 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange