Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%)
Kavalan
★ 5.00
£112
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kavalan | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Taiwan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £112.02 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%) is better value at £112 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£112.02 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £112.02)
Who should buy Kavalan?
Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%) 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 Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Cask (59.4%)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)