MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
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
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
£135
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 49.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £134.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
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 £135.
For beginners: Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is more approachable (55/100 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 £134.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£134.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Bourbon?
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) 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 Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)