MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac
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
Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac
Michel Forgeron
£135
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Michel Forgeron |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £135 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac
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 £135.
For beginners: Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac 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 £135)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£135 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 Michel?
Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Michel Forgeron Barrique 87 Grande Champagne Cognac