MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company)
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
Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company)
The Lost Distillery Company
£160
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | The Lost Distillery Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company)
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: Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company) is more approachable (60/100 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 £160)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£160 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 Stratheden?
Stratheden - Vintage (The Lost Distillery Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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