MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Tobermory 18 Year Old
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
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£120
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Tobermory 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £125 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tobermory 18 Year Old
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tobermory 18 Year Old is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Tobermory 18 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £120)
Tobermory 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Tobermory 18 Year Old