MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
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
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
Hawk's Rock
£117
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Hawk's Rock |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £125 | £116.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old is better value at £117 vs £125.
For beginners: Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £116.9)
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£116.9 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Athrú?
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old