MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky
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
Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky
Shizuoka
£150
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Shizuoka |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky
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 £150.
For beginners: Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 Shizuoka?
Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Shizuoka Contact S Single Malt / 3 Year Old Single Whisky