Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey)
Glen Spey
£190
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glen Spey |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £189.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £190.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £189.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£189.95 vs £133.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Bough?
Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Bough to the Breeze 27 Year Old 1994 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Spey)