MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky
DistilleryMacNair'sKi One
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£125£94.95
Rating5.00/5

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky is better value at £95 vs £125.

For beginners: Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky is more approachable (90/100 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £94.95)

Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£94.95 vs £125)

Cons

  • 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 Ki?

Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

Only Ki One 2021 / Cask 0200 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Korean Whisky

VanillaChocolateHoneyToastedNew Wood

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