MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Caol Ila
£99
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 56.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £99 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 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 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.4)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£99.4 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)