Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
Hawk's Rock
£117
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hawk's Rock | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48% |
| Age | 14 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £116.9 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old is better value at £117 vs £125.
For beginners: Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£116.9 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £116.9)
Who should buy Athrú?
Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Athrú Keshcorran 14 Year Old
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)