MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
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
Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Kanosuke
£165
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Kanosuke |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £165 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
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 £165.
For beginners: Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky 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 £165)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£165 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 Kanosuke?
Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky 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 Kanosuke 2020 / 1st Fill Bourbon Cask #20496 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky