Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Glenlossie
£105
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenlossie | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £104.78 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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).
Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £105 vs £125.
For beginners: Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£104.78 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £104.78)
Who should buy Glenlossie?
Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Glenlossie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 6749) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)