Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Bunnahabhain
£105
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £105 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky is better value at £105 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £105)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£105 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 12 Year Old / The Zodiac: Aries/The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky