Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits vs MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

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

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star SpiritsMacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
DistilleryGlen MorayMacNair's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV51%46%
Age14 yr12 yr
Price£69.95£47
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness38/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is better value at £47 vs £70.

For beginners: Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £47)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47 vs £69.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits 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 12 Year Old 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 Moray 14 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried Fruit

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

SmokeyFresh FruitNuttyMalt ExtractToasted

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