Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryGlenlossieMacNair's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV51.1%48%
Age25 yr21 yr
Price£129.95£125
Rating5.00/5

Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 £130.

For beginners: Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£129.95 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 £129.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Glenlossie 25 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyFresh FruitMalt ExtractOld WoodVanilla

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

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOily

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