MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Aberfeldy
£158
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Aberfeldy |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £158.23 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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 £158.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 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 £158.23)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£158.23 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 Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Aberfeldy 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 4713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)