Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Jean Fillioux
£95
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jean Fillioux | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £94.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
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).
Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is better value at £95 vs £125.
For beginners: Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£94.95 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £94.95)
Who should buy Jean?
Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Jean Fillioux Lot 92 Grande Champagne Cognac / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)