Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - 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.
Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glen Grant
£155
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 48% |
| Age | 26 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £155 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - 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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £155.
For beginners: Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£155 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 £155)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Glen Grant 26 Year Old 1995 (casks 88197 & 88198) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)