Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Auchroisk
£104
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 48% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £103.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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).
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is better value at £104 vs £125.
For beginners: Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£103.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £103.95)
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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 Auchroisk 24 Year Old 1994 (cask 15396) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)