Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas
Compass Box
£147
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Compass Box | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £147.22 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas
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 £147.
For beginners: Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£147.22 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 £147.22)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Compass?
Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas 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
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Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)