MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
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
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Eagle Rare
£125
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 45% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £125 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) is better value at £125 vs £125.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £124.95)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release) 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)
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2016 Release)