Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs 17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£98
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | 17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Decadent Drinks |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.4% | 53% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £97.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £98 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 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £97.5)
17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +More affordable (£97.5 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −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 17?
17 Year Old Blended Malt - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) 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
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