Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Schenley
★ 3.50
£120
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Schenley | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £125 |
| Rating | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £120)
Who should buy Schenley?
Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Schenley Reserve American Whiskey - 1960s
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)