Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Cooley
£145
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cooley | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 48% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £144.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £145.
For beginners: Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£144.95 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 £144.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cooley?
Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Cooley 17 Year Old 1999 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)