Jura 21 Year Old - Tide vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Jura
★ 4.89
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Jura 21 Year Old - Tide | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | MacNair's |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | 4.89/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
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 4.89).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Jura 21 Year Old - Tide is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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 Jura?
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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 Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)