Glenrothes 23 Year Old (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.
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes
★ 5.00
£100
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.6% | 48% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.95)
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glenrothes 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)