Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Imperial
£130
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Imperial | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £130 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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 £130.
For beginners: Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £130)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Imperial?
Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 Imperial 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 2472) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)