MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
William Larue Weller
£119
| MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | MacNair's | William Larue Weller |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 61.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £125 | £119.16 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 is better value at £119 vs £125.
For beginners: William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £119.16)
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£119.16 vs £125)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012