MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£150
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 45.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £125 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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: Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (60/100 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
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.95 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 Japanese?
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)