MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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
Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Aultmore
£109
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Aultmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 57.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £125 | £108.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £109 vs £125.
For beginners: Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (50/100 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 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £108.95)
Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£108.95 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Aultmore 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 4679) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)