MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s
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
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s
Chivas Regal
£144
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Chivas Regal |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £144 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s
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 £144.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s 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 affordable (£125 vs £144)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£144 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 Chivas?
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1970s