MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£91
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £90.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £91 vs £125.
For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £90.78)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£90.78 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13266) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)