Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£150
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | 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 | 45.8% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £125 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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 £150.
For beginners: Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.95 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 £149.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Japanese?
Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)