Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Blanton's
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blanton's | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
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).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £150.
For beginners: Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £149.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blanton's?
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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