MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
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
St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
St Nicholas Abbey
£144
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | St Nicholas Abbey |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £144 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
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 £144.
For beginners: St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum 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 £144)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£144 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 St?
St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum 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 St Nicholas Abbey 8 Year Old Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum