MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
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
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Port Askaig
£125
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Port Askaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £125 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023 is better value at £125 vs £125.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £124.95)
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Port?
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023 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.
Tasting notes
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Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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Where to buy
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange