MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
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 of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
North of Scotland
£125
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | North of Scotland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 41% |
| Age | 21 yr | 46 yr |
| Price | £125 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) is better value at £125 vs £125.
For beginners: North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £124.95)
North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £125)
- +Longer maturation (46 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only North of Scotland 46 Year Old – Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (37.5cl)