MacNair's Lum Reek vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

MacNair's Lum ReekMortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryMacNair'sMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£41.95£46.74
Rating5.00/5

MacNair's Lum Reek

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £47.

For beginners: Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

MacNair's Lum Reek

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £46.74)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.74 vs £41.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy MacNair's?

MacNair's Lum Reek 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only MacNair's Lum Reek

SmokeyOilyLeathery

Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaOld Wood

Where to buy

MacNair's Lum Reek

Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 317273 & 317275 & 317280) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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