Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Fettercairn
£117
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 48% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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).
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £117 vs £125.
For beginners: Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £116.95)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1997 (casks 5615) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)