Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Loch Lomond
£181
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | 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 | 46.5% | 48% |
| Age | 32 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £180.67 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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 £181.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£180.67 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 £180.67)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)