Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Black Gate 3 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
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Black Gate
£112
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Black Gate |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £111.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £112 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 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 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £111.95)
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£111.95 vs £133.99)
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 Black?
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)