MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old vs Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£47
Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Templeton
£42
| MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old | Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Templeton |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £47 | £41.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old
Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £42 vs £47.
For beginners: Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 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 £41.5)
Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.5 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 Templeton?
Templeton Fortitude Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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