Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Invergordon
£125
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 48% |
| Age | 35 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
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 £125.
For beginners: Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Invegordon?
Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Invegordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 1481) - Middle Cut (Dramfool)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)