MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
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
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
Mars
£130
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Mars |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £130 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
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 £130.
For beginners: Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition 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 affordable (£125 vs £130)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£130 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 Mars?
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition 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 Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition