Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling)
Balvenie
£200
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Balvenie |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £199.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling)
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 £200.
For beginners: Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 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 £199.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.99 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish (Old Bottling) 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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