MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990
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
New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£113
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 61.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £113.42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990 is better value at £113 vs £125.
For beginners: New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £113.42)
New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£113.42 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.7%) — 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 New?
New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990 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 New Zealand 21 Year Old 1990