MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Auchentoshan
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 54.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (65/100 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 £99.95)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)