Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush
Loch Lomond
£145
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | MacNair's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £145 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush
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 £145.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£145 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £145)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush 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 Loch Lomond 19 Year Old - The Open Course Collection - Royal Portrush
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)