Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryGlenlossieMacNair's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.8%48%
Age22 yr21 yr
Price£131.74£125
Rating5.00/5

Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value40/100

Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £132.

For beginners: Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£131.74 vs £125)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £131.74)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Glenlossie 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 1323) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh FruitToastedNutty

Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

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