MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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
Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£103
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 62.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £125 | £103.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £103 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 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 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £103.3)
Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +More affordable (£103.3 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.3%) — 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 Allt-a-Bhainne?
Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Allt-a-Bhainne 16 Year Old 2005 (cask 805181) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)