MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£42
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £47 | £41.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits is better value at £42 vs £47.
For beginners: Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£47 vs £41.95)
Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £47)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old 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 Supersonic?
Supersonic Mach 2 - North Star Spirits 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
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