MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
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
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£107
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | North of Scotland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 52% |
| Age | 21 yr | 38 yr |
| Price | £125 | £107.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £107 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £107.18)
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£107.18 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −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 North?
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)