Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Foursquare
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Foursquare | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
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: Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Foursquare?
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum 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 Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)