Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryGlen ScotiaMacNair's
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%48%
Age21 yr21 yr
Price£170.98£125
Rating5.00/5

Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £171.

For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£170.98 vs £125)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£125 vs £170.98)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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

Both taste of

Oily

Only Glen Scotia 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 710394) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

LeatheryOld WoodTobaccoToasted

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Explore more