Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s
Remy Martin
£175
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Remy Martin | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £175 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s
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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £175.
For beginners: Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£175 vs £125)
- −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 affordable (£125 vs £175)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Remy?
Remy Martin VS / Fine Champagne / Bot.1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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