Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £164.49 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
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 £164.
For beginners: Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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
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
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.
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 Bushmills Whiskey 4.5L
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)