Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 4.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 51.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £100 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Braeval?
Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Braeval 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 12399) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)