MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky 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
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes
★ 5.00
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glenrothes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.95)
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)