Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V
DistilleryGlen SpeyTeeling
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.4%46%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£133.99£107.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value46/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V is better value at £108 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
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £107.95)

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£107.95 vs £133.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Teeling?

Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

CitricOld Wood

Only Teeling 12 Year Old - The Revival Volume V

FragantSherried

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