MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s
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
Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£144
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £144 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £144.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s 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
- +More affordable (£125 vs £144)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£144 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 Tullamore?
Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Ceramic Jug - 1960s