Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glenturret
£151
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.6% | 48% |
| Age | 34 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £151.29 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £151.
For beginners: Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£151.29 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 £151.29)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 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 34 Year Old 1977 (cask ref. #2) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)