Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Invergordon
£110
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
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).
Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is better value at £110 vs £125.
For beginners: Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £109.95)
Who should buy Greenhouse?
Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)