Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky
Filey Bay
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filey Bay | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky
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 £150.
For beginners: Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Filey?
Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Filey Bay 2018 / IPA Cask #731 / Whisky Show 2024 English Whisky
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)