Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£97
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 62.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £96.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £97 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.3%) — may need water
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh