MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Keith
£170
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glen Keith |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 49.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £125 | £170 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £170.
For beginners: Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (55/100 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 £170)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£170 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 Glen?
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1993 (batch 18/078) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)