Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 54.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful) is more approachable (65/100 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 £99.95)
Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — 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 Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 125305) (Rest & Be Thankful) 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.
Tasting notes
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