MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
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
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
Colonel EH Taylor
★ 4.85
£120
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Colonel EH Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.85/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.85).
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £120)
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
Pros
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Colonel?
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel 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 Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel