MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - 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
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£184
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £125 | £183.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
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 £184.
For beginners: The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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 £183.59)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£183.59 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 The?
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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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Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)