MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glentauchers
★ 5.00
£113
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glentauchers |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 51.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £112.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £113 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £112.95)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£112.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)