MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.33
£102
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 58.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £125 | £101.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 is better value at £102 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £101.95)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£101.95 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024