Grey Goose Citron Vodka vs MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

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

Grey Goose Citron VodkaMacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
DistilleryGrey GooseMacNair's
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£44.5£47
Rating5.00/5

Grey Goose Citron Vodka

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

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

Grey Goose Citron Vodka

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Grey Goose Citron Vodka is better value at £45 vs £47.

For beginners: Grey Goose Citron Vodka is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Grey Goose Citron Vodka

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.5 vs £47)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£47 vs £44.5)

Who should buy Grey?

Grey Goose Citron Vodka suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Fresh Fruit

Only Grey Goose Citron Vodka

CitricSolvent

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old

SmokeyNuttyMalt ExtractToasted

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