Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
Colonel EH Taylor
★ 4.85
£120
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Colonel EH Taylor | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £125 |
| Rating | 4.85/5 | 5.00/5 |
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
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 4.85).
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel is better value at £120 vs £125.
For beginners: Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
Pros
- +More affordable (£120 vs £125)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £120)
Who should buy Colonel?
Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)