Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Jameson
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
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 £150.
For beginners: Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Jameson?
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still 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 Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)