Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L)
Bushmills
£100
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L)
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).
Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L) is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £99.99)
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L) 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 Bushmills Black Bush - 1990s (1L)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)