MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021
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
Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021
Bushmills
£150
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Bushmills |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021
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: Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021 is more approachable (70/100 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021