Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Chivas Regal Ultis

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

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Chivas Regal Ultis
DistilleryGlen SpeyChivas Regal
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£133.99£170
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Chivas Regal Ultis

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £170.

For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£133.99 vs £170)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water

Chivas Regal Ultis

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£170 vs £133.99)

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 Chivas?

Chivas Regal Ultis suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

CitricOld Wood

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

Malt ExtractToasted

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