MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Strathclyde
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Strathclyde |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 53% |
| Age | 21 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £125 | £100.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (60/100 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 £100.05)
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£100.05 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — 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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Strathclyde 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 62118) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)