Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky
Benriach
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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)
Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Benriach?
Benriach 2012 Malting Season / First Edition 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
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