MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023
DistilleryMacNair'sPiccadily Agro
Region
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%58%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£125£165
Rating5.00/5

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £165.

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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£125 vs £165)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£165 vs £125)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Indri?

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023 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

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Oily

Only Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

ToastedNutty

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