MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016
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
Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016
Chapel Down
£120
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Chapel Down |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016 is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016 is more approachable (65/100 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 £120)
Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016
Pros
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Chapel?
Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Chapel Down Kit's Coty Coeur De Cuvee 2016