Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
Fercullen
£131
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fercullen | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £130.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
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 £131.
For beginners: Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£130.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £130.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Fercullen?
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)