MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977
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
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977
Crown Royal
£120
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Crown Royal |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977 is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977 is more approachable (70/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £120)
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
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 Crown?
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1977