MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV
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
Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV
Teeling
★ 5.00
£109
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £125 | £109.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV
Quick verdict
Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV is better value at £109 vs £125.
For beginners: Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £109.24)
Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.24 vs £125)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Teeling?
Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Teeling 15 Year Old - The Revival Volume IV