Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Chorlton Whisky
★ 4.00
£99
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Chorlton Whisky |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 51.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is better value at £99 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.24)
Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.24 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) 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.
Who should buy Burnside?
Burnside 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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