Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£97
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £96.67 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £97 vs £125.
For beginners: Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.67 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £96.67)
Who should buy Braes?
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)