Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old
DistilleryGlen SpeyGlendullan
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yr18 yr
Price£133.99£98.92
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value51/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old is better value at £99 vs £134.

For beginners: The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £98.92)

The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£98.92 vs £133.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 The?

The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

CitricOld Wood

Only The Singleton of Glendullan 18 Year Old

Malt ExtractToasted

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