Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Bruichladdich
£140
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | MacNair's |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.4% | 48% |
| Age | 22 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £139.5 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
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 £140.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.5 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £139.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)