Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Deanston
★ 1.00
£174
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £173.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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 1.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £174.
For beginners: Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (1.0 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 £173.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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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Only Deanston 18 Year Old (cask 1858) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)