Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
£143
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 48% |
| Age | 38 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £142.97 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £143.
For beginners: Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£142.97 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£125 vs £142.97)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1972 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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.
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.
Tasting notes
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