Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 3.40
£179
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | MacNair's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £178.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 3.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 3.40).
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £125 vs £179.
For beginners: Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£178.95 vs £125)
- −Lower community rating (3.4 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 £178.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Japanese?
Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (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 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 Japanese Blended Whisky #1 21 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)