Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) 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.
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£101
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 48% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £101.3 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £101 vs £125.
For beginners: Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£101.3 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −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 £101.3)
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) 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 Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 21750) Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)