Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Bruichladdich
£172
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 60.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £171.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
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 £172.
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 affordable (£133.99 vs £171.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£171.5 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask 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 Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask