Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Loch Lomond
★ 4.00
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
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 4.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 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 Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)