Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Caol Ila
£105
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | MacNair's |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.4% | 48% |
| Age | 14 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £104.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 0.00).
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £105 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£104.95 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £104.95)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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.
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
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Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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