Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

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

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
DistilleryGlen SpeyLongmorn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£133.99£202
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £202.

For beginners: Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£133.99 vs £202)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water

Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£202 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 Longmorn?

Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

CitricOld Wood

Only Longmorn 1999 / 23 Year Old / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

Malt ExtractToasted

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