Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

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

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
DistilleryGlen SpeyMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£133.99£205
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £205.

For beginners: Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 affordable (£133.99 vs £205)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water

Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£205 vs £133.99)
  • 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitVanilla

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

CitricHoneyOld Wood

Only Mortlach 2003 / 21 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

Nutty

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