Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Collectivum
£160
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Collectivum | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £160 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £160.
For beginners: Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£160 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 affordable (£125 vs £160)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Collectivum?
Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Collectivum XXVIII / Special Releases 2017 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)