MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
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
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£120
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Ballantine's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky 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)
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
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 Ballantine's?
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky