MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Auchroisk
£103
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Auchroisk |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £125 | £102.79 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £103 vs £125.
For beginners: Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £102.79)
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£102.79 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
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 Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 21752) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)