Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement)
Defilement
£202
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Defilement | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.2% | 48% |
| Age | 40 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £201.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement)
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 £202.
For beginners: Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£201.95 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 £201.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blended?
Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Blended 40 Year Old Whisky (Defilement)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)