MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Säntis Malt
★ 5.00
£118
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Säntis Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Switzerland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 51.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £125 | £117.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £118 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £117.95)
Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£117.95 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −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 Säntis?
Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Säntis 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)