MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s
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
Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£144
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £144 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £144.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s 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
- +More affordable (£125 vs £144)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£144 vs £125)
- −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 Tullamore?
Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Tullamore Dew 1l - 1980s