MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5
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
Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5
Teeling
£127
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £125 | £126.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5
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 £127.
For beginners: Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5 is more approachable (60/100 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 £126.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£126.95 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 Teeling?
Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 5