Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryFary LochanMacNair's
Region
CountryDenmarkScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV60.2%48%
Age6 yr21 yr
Price£101.95£125
Rating5.00/5

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £102 vs £125.

For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£101.95 vs £125)

Cons

  • High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
  • 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)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £101.95)

Who should buy Fary?

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Fary Lochan 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VegetativeLeafyNuttyToasted

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SherriedDried FruitOily

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