Highland #2 19 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.
Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£125
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £124.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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).
Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £125 vs £125.
For beginners: Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £125)
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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £124.95)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland #2 19 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 Single Malt 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 Highland #2 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)