Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Michel Forgeron
£110
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michel Forgeron | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £110 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
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).
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £110 vs £125.
For beginners: Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£110 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £110)
Who should buy Michel?
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac 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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