22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement)
Defilement
★ 5.00
£102
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| 22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Defilement | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48% |
| Age | 22 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £101.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement) is better value at £102 vs £125.
For beginners: 22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£101.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £101.95)
Who should buy 22?
22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement) 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 22 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)