MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
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
Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Port Dundas
£113
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Port Dundas |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 49.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £125 | £112.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is better value at £113 vs £125.
For beginners: Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £112.95)
Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£112.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
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 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 Port?
Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Port Dundas 26 Year Old 1998 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)