MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
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
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Eagle Rare
£174
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 45% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £125 | £174.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
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 £174.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) is more approachable (60/100 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 £174.1)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£174.1 vs £125)
- −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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)