Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Glenturret
£147
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 48% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £146.76 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
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 £147.
For beginners: Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£146.76 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 £146.76)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) 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 Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)