MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release)
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
Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release)
Kilchoman
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Kilchoman |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release) is more approachable (50/100 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 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.99)
Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £125)
Cons
- −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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman Winter (2010 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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