MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
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
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Westland
£160
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Westland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £159.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £160.
For beginners: Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition is more approachable (55/100 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 affordable (£125 vs £159.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£159.99 vs £125)
- −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 Westland?
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition