Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryLoch LomondMacNair's
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%48%
Age22 yr21 yr
Price£156.79£125
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £157.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£156.79 vs £125)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £156.79)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 1) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedNutty

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

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