Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%)
Fettercairn
★ 5.00
£112
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.9% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £111.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%) is better value at £112 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£111.95 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £111.95)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%) 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
Only Fettercairn 21 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) (59.9%)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)