Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£111
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 48% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £110.74 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £111 vs £125.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£110.74 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — 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 £110.74)
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 14015) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)