Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra
★ 4.67
£128
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Johnnie Walker
★ 4.03
£150
| Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackmyra | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £127.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 4.03/5 |
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.67 vs 4.03).
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £128 vs £150.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£127.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £127.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old 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 Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old