Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Auchentoshan
£160
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | MacNair's |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42.2% | 48% |
| Age | 26 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £159.98 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £160.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£159.98 vs £125)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£125 vs £159.98)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 Auchentoshan 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 243) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)