Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Hardy
£168
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hardy | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £168 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
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 £168.
For beginners: Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£168 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 £168)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hardy?
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac 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
Only Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)