GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique
GlenAllachie
£127
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £127 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique
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 £127.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£127 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 £127)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique 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 GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 3712) - Sauternes Barrique
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)