Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£186
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 48% |
| Age | 42 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £186.12 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
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 £186.
For beginners: Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£186.12 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 £186.12)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Iconic?
Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Both taste of
Only Iconic Speyside 42 Year Old 1966 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)