Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryMurray McDavidMacNair's
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age11 yr21 yr
Price£93.95£125
Rating5.00/5

Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is better value at £94 vs £125.

For beginners: Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£93.95 vs £125)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £93.95)

Who should buy Diùn?

Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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

Only Diùn Laoch 11 Year Old 1992 (cask 31) - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

ToastedMalt ExtractHoneyOld Wood

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

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