MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£45
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £45.36 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £45.
For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£45.36 vs £42.95)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £45.36)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 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.
Who should buy TB/BSW?
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)