MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
North British
£100
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 45.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £125 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (80/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £99.95)
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −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 North?
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)