MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (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
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£142
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £125 | £141.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £142.
For beginners: Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£125 vs £141.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£141.95 vs £125)
- −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 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Tobermory 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 5) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)