MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

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

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
DistilleryMacNair'sDamoiseau
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£125£113
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £113 vs £125.

For beginners: Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £113)

Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£113 vs £125)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +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 Damoiseau?

Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

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

SmokeySherriedOily

Only Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

VanillaToastedOld Wood

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