MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794
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
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794
Blanton's
£150
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Blanton's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 62.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794
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 794 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Blanton's?
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794 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.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 794