Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

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

Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
DistilleryGlencadamMacNair's
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV47.5%46%
Age6 yr12 yr
Price£41.95£47
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner60/100
Value95/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness38/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £42 vs £47.

For beginners: Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £47)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£47 vs £41.95)

Who should buy Glencadam?

Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy MacNair's?

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old 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

Both taste of

NuttyFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Glencadam 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Honey

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

SmokeyToasted

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