MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bruichladdich
£124
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 53.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £125 | £123.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £124 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 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 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £123.95)
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Port Charlotte 13 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)