Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series
Bardstown Bourbon Co
£154
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bardstown Bourbon Co | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £153.5 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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 £154.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£153.5 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £153.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bardstown?
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Whiskey x Maison Ferrand - Collaborative Series
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)