MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch
Nine Leaves
£135
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Nine Leaves |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £135 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch
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 £135.
For beginners: Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £135)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£135 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Nine?
Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Nine Leaves Rum 2020 / 5 Year Old / Ex-PX Small Batch