Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release)
Eagle Rare
£130
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £130 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release)
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 £130.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£130 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 £130)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2017 Release)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)