Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey
Michters
£117
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michters | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £117 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey is better value at £117 vs £125.
For beginners: Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£117 vs £125)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £117)
Who should buy Shenk's?
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash / 2024 Release Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)