Jameson 18 Year Old vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 18 Year Old
Jameson
★ 4.13
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Jameson 18 Year Old | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £149.5 | £125 |
| Rating | 4.13/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jameson 18 Year Old
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Jameson 18 Year Old
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 4.13).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Jameson 18 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Jameson 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.5 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 £149.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Jameson?
Jameson 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 18 Year Old
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)