Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
£135
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Drinks by the Dram | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £134.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
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 £135.
For beginners: Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£134.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £134.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bourbon?
Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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 Bourbon & American Whiskey Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)