Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryGlen MorayMacNair's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.2%48%
Age22 yr21 yr
Price£128.65£125
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi)

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 £129.

For beginners: Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£128.65 vs £125)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £128.65)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Moray 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 7785) (Adelphi)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitToasted

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

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

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