Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl vs MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Abingdon Distillery
£38
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
| Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl | MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Abingdon Distillery | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £37.99 | £47 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl is better value at £38 vs £47.
For beginners: Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.99 vs £47)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
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 (£47 vs £37.99)
Who should buy Abingdon?
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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