MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin
★ 4.50
£138
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 47.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £137.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £138.
For beginners: Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 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 £137.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£137.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Tomatin 21 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)