Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs MacNair's Lum Reek

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

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)MacNair's Lum Reek
DistilleryTobermoryMacNair's
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£32.15£41.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

MacNair's Lum Reek

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £42.

For beginners: Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£32.15 vs £41.95)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

MacNair's Lum Reek

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.95 vs £32.15)

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Who should buy MacNair's?

MacNair's Lum Reek 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

Both taste of

SmokeyOily

Only Ledaig 6 Year Old 2010 (casks 700316 & 700317) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

MedicinalKippery

Only MacNair's Lum Reek

ToastedLeathery

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