Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
£97
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £96.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £97 vs £134.
For beginners: Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.76)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£96.76 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Highland?
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Highland Park 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10589) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)