MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac
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
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac
Hermitage
£124
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Hermitage |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £124 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £124 vs £125.
For beginners: Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (70/100 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 £124)
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£124 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 Hermitage?
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac 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 Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac