Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs MacNair's Lum Reek

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

Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)MacNair's Lum Reek
DistilleryGlenrothesMacNair's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£42.77£41.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £43.

For beginners: Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.77 vs £41.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

MacNair's Lum Reek

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £42.77)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenrothes?

Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 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

Toasted

Only Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

Only MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokeyOilyLeathery

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