Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Invergordon
£134
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 35 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £133.9 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £134.
For beginners: Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£133.9 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 £133.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Invergordon 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 804138) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)