Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cooley
★ 5.00
£99
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cooley | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 48% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £98.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £99 vs £125.
For beginners: Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£98.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £98.95)
Who should buy Cooley?
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)