MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | Bushmills |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £164.49 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
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 £164.
For beginners: Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L 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 £164.49)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£164.49 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 Whiskey 4.5L 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 Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L