MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
£175
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Mortlach |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £174.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
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 £175.
For beginners: Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £174.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£174.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)