Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryGlen KeithMacNair's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV49.3%48%
Age24 yr21 yr
Price£170£125
Rating5.00/5

Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

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).

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £170.

For beginners: Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£170 vs £125)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£125 vs £170)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 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 Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

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

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

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