MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon
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
Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon
Kings County
£94
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Kings County |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £125 | £94.36 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon is better value at £94 vs £125.
For beginners: Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £94.36)
Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£94.36 vs £125)
Cons
- −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 Kings?
Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon 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.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon