MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt)
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
Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt)
Aberfeldy
£180
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Aberfeldy |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 44.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £125 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt)
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 £180.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt) 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 £179.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 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 Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Aberfeldy 27 Year Old 1991 (Master of Malt)