MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012
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
Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012
Andre Jacquart
£145
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Andre Jacquart |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £145 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012
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 £145.
For beginners: Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012 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 £145)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£145 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 Andre?
Andre Jacquart Le Mesnil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 2012 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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