Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) vs MacNair's Lum Reek
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Craigellachie
£66
MacNair's Lum Reek
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£42
| Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) | MacNair's Lum Reek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.68 | £41.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
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 £66.
For beginners: Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.68 vs £41.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £65.68)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) 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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange