Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Auchroisk
£139
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 22 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £139.48 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
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 £139.
For beginners: Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.48 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 £139.48)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 2061) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)