Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glentauchers
★ 5.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glentauchers |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 47.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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