Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky
Glen Spey
£90
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £89.75 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky is better value at £90 vs £125.
For beginners: Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£89.75 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £89.75)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)