Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection
Single Barrel Selection
£123
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Single Barrel Selection | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £123 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection
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).
Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection is better value at £123 vs £125.
For beginners: Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£123 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £123)
Who should buy Guyana?
Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection 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 Guyana 2012 Albion / Single Barrel Selection
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)