Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£144
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £143.55 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £144.
For beginners: Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£143.55 vs £125)
- −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
- +More affordable (£125 vs £143.55)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish 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 Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)