MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky
DistilleryMacNair'sHazelburn
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£125£99.95
Rating5.00/5

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky is better value at £100 vs £125.

For beginners: Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £99.95)

Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£99.95 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 Hazelburn?

Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky 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)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

Only Hazelburn 10 Year Old / 2023 Release Campbeltown Whisky

HoneyToastedFresh FruitChocolateCitric

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