Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Highland Park
£101
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 51.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £100.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £101 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 £100.55)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£100.55 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — 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 Highland?
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor) 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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