Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - 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.
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Fettercairn
£101
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 48% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £101.33 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - 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).
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £101 vs £125.
For beginners: Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +More affordable (£101.33 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £101.33)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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
Only Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)