MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium 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
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
Bache Gabrielsen
£102
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Bache Gabrielsen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £102 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac is better value at £102 vs £125.
For beginners: Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £102)
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£102 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Bache?
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium 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 Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac