Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glentauchers
★ 5.00
£113
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £112.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £113 vs £125.
For beginners: Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£112.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −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 £112.95)
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)