Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl vs MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl
Hawkridge Distillers
£37
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
| Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl | MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hawkridge Distillers | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.7 | £47 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl is better value at £37 vs £47.
For beginners: Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.7 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 £36.7)
Who should buy Hawkridge?
Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl 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
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Only Hawkridge Victorian Aphrodisiac Blend London Dry Gin, 70cl
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