Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glen Spey
£130
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.7% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £130.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 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 £129.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 Spey 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)