Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
Bache Gabrielsen
£102
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bache Gabrielsen | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £102 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
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).
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac is better value at £102 vs £125.
For beginners: Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£102 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £102)
Who should buy Bache?
Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Bache Gabrielsen XO Premium Cognac
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)