Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) vs MacNair's Lum Reek
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) | MacNair's Lum Reek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £60.45 | £41.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £60.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £41.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £60.45)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange