MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
DistilleryMacNair'sInvergordon
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48%53.7%
Age21 yr31 yr
Price£125£180.37
Rating5.00/5

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £180.

For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 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 £180.37)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£180.37 vs £125)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Turns?

Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

Only Turns on a Daim 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

ChocolateHoneyToastedMalt ExtractOld Wood

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