Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Benriach
£97
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £96.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is better value at £97 vs £134.
For beginners: BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (80/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.95)
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)