Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3
Hampden
£140
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hampden | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £140 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3
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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £140.
For beginners: Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£140 vs £125)
- −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 affordable (£125 vs £140)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hampden?
Hampden 2021 DOK / 4 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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